Location: Isle of Palms, Isle of Palms, Charleston Area, Rest of South Carolina, South Carolina, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)
Keywords: Traditional Beach House
Traditional, family, beach house located on the front beach of the Isle of Palms. Lots of sun, sand, wind, and water. Perfect for beachcombers, turtle watchers, kite flyers, and sand castle builders of all ages. No more lugging beach paraphernalia across busy streets and hot sand to get to the ocean. Gorgeous water views from a long screened-in porch, upstairs living room, and two of the six bedrooms. RV hookup for single RV, 50 amp, water, no sewer.
Screened porch, two king-size bedrooms, two twin bedrooms, one queen, and one bedroom with two double-size beds. Cable TV upstairs and down. Gas grill under house with picnic tables. One hundred yards to white-sand beaches. Plenty of room for entertaining friends and family. Ample living space on both floors. Two outdoor showers under the house.
Policies:
No pets, smoking in designated areas only, please. Rental includes cleaning fees and changing linens at the end of the week. It does not include furniture moving or excessive wear and tear. Check in is on Saturdays at 4:00 PM. Check out is no later than 10:00 AM on the following Saturday. Key will be left in a lock box under the house and your personal code for the box will be provided upon full rental. You will find on the kitchen counter general instructions as to trash pick up, phone numbers, etc.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Clean linens wrapped in plastic and delivered weekly
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Full hook up with 50 Amp Service availabe for an extra $25 per night with weekly house rental.
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : 50" Plasma TV in main floor living room. Smaller TV's in upstairs living room and 2 bedrooms.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Newly renovated designer kitchen, granite counter tops, all new appliances. Wet bar with icemaker and beverage refigerator off the kitchen.
- Shared Kitchen : New Kitchenette with full refrigerator, microwave and bar sink in the second floor living room will serve the new upper deck.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Coffee Maker, toaster, electric frying pan, pots and pans, all cooking utensils supplied as well as plates and glassware.
- Refrigerator (2) : Upstairs and downstairs
- Dishwasher : Brand new
- Microwave (2) : Upstairs and downstairs
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Renters are responsible for filling propane tank and cleaning the grill if using it. If the grill is not cleaned we will hold back a charge of $50 from the security deposit.
- Deck/Patio : Underneath the house is a large paved area with picnic tables suitable for cook-outs and family parties. Brand new second floor deck runs the entire length of the house and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is served by a new upstairs kitchenette.
- Balcony : Large screened porch over looking the ocean
- View/Location
- Beachfront : This house is on a wide expanse of beach, noted by many locals as the best surfing area on the Island.
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone : Available for local calling only. Renters should use their cell phones for long distance.
- Broadband Internet : High speed internet connection through Comcast so bring your own laptop and stay connected to the world.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Please enjoy smoking on either the street side porch or the upper deck but NOT inside the house. Smoking inside will result in loss of security deposit.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Ask any of the locals and they will tell you this is the best surfing location on the Isle of Palms!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Off Season .. Mid Aug thru Dec, March and Apr $2500/week. Plus 13% SC hotel tax
High Season .. Mid June-Mid Aug $4500/week. Plus 13% SC hotel tax (Sat-Sat only)
RV Hookup for 50 amp service, $25 per night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1948
Why the Owner Chose Isle of Palms
My family is from Summerville SC which is 30 miles away. Before the days of air conditioning (I know--it was a long time ago!) lowcountry folks picked up stakes and moved to their beach houses or their mountain houses to escape the suffocating heat of the towns and cities.
We would move down looking like the Okies in my dad's green pickup truck, carrying all of our bedding, towels, beach chairs, the family dog and a nurse for us children.
In those days high tide came so close to the house that my mother could sit on the porch, watch 2 of the children playing the the gully and hear the baby when he woke up from his nap. Today you have to walk the length of a football field to get to the beach but it is certainly worth it!
The Unique Benefits at this House
Time on the beach and watching the ocean are always a great joy. Look for orange tape marking sea turtle nests and find out when they are expected to hatch. It's well worth staying up all night to help the little ones race to the open sea.
For families with young children we are a 5 minute walk from the IOP Recreation center with its tennis courts and play ground and gymnasium. They have many activities for families including Yoga classess for adults.
Two wonderful public courses for local golf. One course has ocean view holes.
The Port City of Charleston has a charm all its own. Enjoy strolling in the Market Place or along High Battery. Visit some of the finest museum houses in the south and enjoy Charleston's unique cuisine at some of our delightful restaurants.
There's nothing like the Charleston Aquarium to delight young and old alike, especially on a rainy day.
Owner's Map of Isle of Palms
Stanley Reahard is the oldest child of the original home owners: My parents bought this property when my Father was on a 30 day leave during WWII. After the war they built a small bungalow with a side porch. They later added a front porch, and a second floor with a large deck for enjoying the views in the evening. When hurricane Hugo destroyed the house in 1989, they rebuilt the current house which we have all enjoyed for the past 20 years. With 6 bedrooms, a wide front porch and two living rooms it has served our growing family very well.
In 2011-2012 the house has undergone a major renovation, updating the kitchens, the bathrooms, adding a huge deck upstairs.
In spite of all that it maintains its comfortable family feel and is great for multi-generational gatherings--the kind we alway enjoy each year with our own family.
Property Photos
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- From the street - Isle of Palms Home
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- Beach in front of property - Isle of Palms Home
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- Living Room - Isle of Palms Home
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- Beach in front of house
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- Guest Twin Bedroom - First floor
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- King bedroom - first floor
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- Two Double beds - second floor
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- Twin bedroom - second floor
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- Screened porch - dining area - ocean view
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- Screened porch dining areas
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- Screened porch - sitting and dining area
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- Second floor living room with TV
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- Front Master Bedroom
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- Kitchen
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- Ocean Front Second Floor Bedroom
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- Second Floor living room
Traveler Reviews (7)
Blue House Family Vacation
Guest: B-Daddy
(Knoxville, Tn)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 01/12/08
We had an absolutely wonderful time. My wife and I, with our entire family consisting of two sons and two daughters, along with their spouses or friends spent a week enjoying each other and the beach in July. The house was very comfortable and spacious. The screen porch is enormous, and provided us hours of pleasure. It also was secure enough to let our 2 year old grandaughter roam about freely. The house was very clean and homey, without being too pretentious, The owners are very friendly, and greeted us upon arrival. The waves were great for playing in, and the beach was clean. I will definitely be renting this place again. I have stayed in numerous rentals on the IOP for the last 15 years or so, and this ranks right at the top.
Owner response:Thanks for your kind words about the Blue House! We love it too and look forward to our return in the spring every year.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Family vacation destination
Guest: Mike & Diane R
(Hendersonville, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 09/20/11
After some 7 rentals on Folly Beach, we decided to try an IOP rental. No regrets...should have done this sooner. The area is quieter & more refined. Our family has grown since the first group vacation. The "Blue House" was ideal for our 3 generations. Each family had their own full bath...a nice touch of privacy. The bathrooms are all new; beautiful ceramic tile, trim, granite countertops, Kohler fixtures & glass shower doors. The furnishings are beach house 'eclectic' but clean & comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment. The beautiful, expansive screen porch + our toddlers meant we cooked many meals here. We usually came to Charleston in May; this was our first Aug trip =weather hot but AC / ceiling fans worked fine & surf was like a bath. Hurricane Irene passed offshore=some riptides, rain & some performances by daring surfers. The house is built to post-Hugo code & is impressively sturdy in its construction. Even forced indoors, the house has 4 TVs so all were happy. The "Kids Charade" game was so funny /an absolute delight playing with the tots. The linens were all pre-wrapped & of a nice quality. The towels were plush and plentiful. The two nice outside/under house showers have both hot & cold & were appreciated when sweaty & sandy & coming from the beach. The bedrooms are nicely decorated...lovely hand painted / crafted items in each & even homemade quilts in half of them. The negatives: There are ants in the dunes, back yard & under house patio. While annoying, they should not deter you from coming here. The only other criticism would be that the lower 'king' bedroom needs a small chest of drawers. Considering that 2 adults would be in here, clothing storage space is needed. We were a tad disappointed with the restaurants. Huck's, while not picturesque, does have fine food (have the homemade ice cream sampler). Luke & Ollies has some nice pizza. Acme Low Country was a major disappointment & our group is easy to please. The grandkids loved the "Splash Island" water park at the Mt. Pleasant county park / playground. It was clean & lifeguards everywhere. Also enjoyed was the beach, nearby Rec. Dept playground, the beach, the aquarium (pet the baby stingrays=feel like velvet!), the beach, the waterfront park, the beach, the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry & did I mention the beach. We are formerly from Long Island, NY & are now in the western NC mountains. We need our 'beach fix'. For all this was the best family trip ever!
Owner response:Dear Michael--thanks so much for your kind words about your stay at the Blue House. Glad you all enjoyed it. Just sorry about the restaurants. I should have recommended some to you. The Long Island Cafe in the Red and White shopping center has the best fried oysters on the planet (no great atmosphere but good food) Morgan Creek Grill is also usually good--it's on the end of the IOP by the marina and overlooks the Inland Waterway. So maybe on your next visit you can try those. Again, thanks for your gracious comments. We plan to redo the kitchen and a few other thing this winter. We combat those ants every year and nothing seems to work! I hate them too... Best regards always, Stanley Reahard
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Family Vacation to Remember!
Guest: Kitsy
(Lawrence, Kansas)
Date of Stay: 12/27/09
Review Submitted: 01/30/10
This was our first time renting a beach home and we were very pleased. We took our children, their children, and my mother-in-law for the week after Christmas and we had a fabulous time. The two floors each with their own living area and three bedrooms were perfect for our situation. Everything we needed in the kitchen was there and more! The large screened in porch was perfect for the grandchildren to run and play and for the adults to sit and enjoy. The view of the ocean is breathtaking! We loved watching big ships come and go in the distance and the sunrise in the mornings was incredible. We loved walking across the long grassy back yard to the beach and playing with the tide was great fun for those of us from Kansas! Isle of Palms is a lovely community and very close to Charleston where we spent time doing the "touristy" things. The end of the week came far too soon and we look forward to when we can return.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
a perfect family week
Guest: Maggie and Terry
(Chatham, NJ)
Date of Stay: 04/04/09
Review Submitted: 04/13/09
We were looking for a place to meet family, and have the children enjoy some family time, but have the freedom to ride bikes on their own and walk to the stores, restaurants. We found it all at the Blue House, and were more than pleased at the house and location. We hope to be back very soon, and are so grateful that the Reahards shared their home with us.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Awesome ocean views!
Guest: Gwennie
(Evansville, IN USA)
Date of Stay: 03/21/09
Review Submitted: 03/30/09
Older beach home with character. Great view of ocean! One can watch an angry sea or one that is smooth as glass from the screened porch. Views from 2nd floor rooms are terrific. Would have liked a deck. Lots of beds and 2 living areas. New gas grill. More than enough cookware, dinnerware and flatware for those who like to cook. Back yard is great for kids and affords easy access to the beach. It is a short trip to shopping, sightseeing, the Aquarium, great dining and more. Would stay here again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Good location
Guest: papa-one
(colorado)
Date of Stay: 11/03/08
Review Submitted: 11/18/08
This property is good for access to the beach and has nice views. The housekeeping was lacking a little as we arrived late into the evening and there was not even any toilet paper in any of the bathrooms. Not knowing the area and being after 11pm it made for a challenging night for 8 people. We called the property manager, but received no call back until about 11am the next day. By then, we had driven around town and found a store to get basic necessary items, including soap for the bathrooms, which there was none of in the house. Home is nice but not excellent. For off season rate it is a fair value. No propane gas for the grill and few towels for the guests made for challenges that one would not have expected to encounter in a luxury home. We would stay again, but our expectations would be different.
Owner response:Thank you for apprising me of this situation. We make every effort to make sure that bathrooms and kitchens are well stocked and are sorry you had a problem. We have discussed it with our managment crew and have been assured that this will not happen again.
Recommended for:
Love The Blue House
Guest: LesW
(York, SC)
Date of Stay: 06/28/08
Review Submitted: 09/18/08
We have stayed at The Blue House for our vacation for the past 3 years and have it already booked for our 4th. We have been vacationing at Isle of Palms since 1997 and find that this house is in a great location. It's a good size with plenty of room for our family of 9 - parents, 2 sisters, 1 brother, 2 husbands and 2 teenagers. :-) We love the porch with the large tables which we use everyday for our breakfast and dinner. The space underneath is great for storage of chairs, coolers, canopys, etc. as well as just hanging out with family & friends (we missed the hamock this year!) Location on the beach is great which is where we spend our days. Everyone in our family loves the beach and having this great house to call "ours" for a week helps to make special memories that we will cherish forever!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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