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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 103260 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

Bathroom #3

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms

Hakuna Matata – Oceanfront Beach House
Location: 501 East Arctic Ave Folly Beach, SC

Overview:
Welcome to Hakuna Matata, a stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom oceanfront beach house with some of the best views on Folly Beach! Perfect for families or groups, this spacious home offers multiple living areas, a wet bar, and a ping pong table for some friendly competition. Located just 5 blocks from Center Street, Hakuna Matata provides easy access to Folly Beach’s shops and restaurants, while offering the perfect retreat for relaxation and fun.

Features:
Living Area:
The first floor features a cozy living area with ocean views, perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach. The second floor is an open-concept living space filled with natural light, ideal for family gatherings and enjoying the view.

Kitchen:
The fully equipped kitchen on the second floor offers everything you need to prepare meals, with plenty of counter space and modern appliances.

Bedrooms:
First Floor:
Bedroom #1: Queen-size bed with Jack and Jill bathroom.
Bedroom #2: Queen-size bed with Jack and Jill bathroom.
Bedroom #3: King-size bed with Jack and Jill bathroom.
Bedroom #4: King-size bed with Jack and Jill bathroom.

Second Floor:
Master bedroom: King-size bed with en-suite bathroom and whirlpool tub.

Bathrooms:
Modern, Jack and Jill bathrooms on the first floor and a en-suite bathroom in the master bedroom featuring a whirlpool tub. Fresh towels and complimentary toiletries are provided.

Outdoor Space:
Relax on the spacious decks on both floors and take in the ocean views. The second floor also offers a spacious porch, perfect for enjoying the sea breeze. After a long day, serve drinks from the wet bar or enjoy some family fun with the ping pong table.

Additional Features:
Roku smart TVs in every room (guests must log in with their own accounts).
Wet bar and ping pong table for extra entertainment.
Parking for up to 5 vehicles.
Fireplace is non-operational.
No pets allowed.

Amenities:
Free Wi-Fi, Roku smart TVs, air conditioning, washer/dryer.
Outdoor decks with ocean views
$275 credit towards beach gear rentals for stays of 4-14 nights through VayK Gear.

Nearby Attractions:
Center Street (shops and restaurants): 5 blocks
Folly Beach Fishing Pier: 0.7 miles
Morris Island Lighthouse: 3 miles
Downtown Charleston: 12 miles
Charleston International Airport: 18 miles

House Rules:
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
Maximum Occupancy: 10
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM – No loud music or parties allowed.
Parking: 5 parking spots available.

Book Your Stay:
We would love to host you at Hakuna Matata! For more information or to book your stay, please contact us at Charleston Coast Vacations by dunes properties. Experience the ultimate beach getaway on Folly Beach, where relaxation and fun go hand in hand.

This property is licensed as a short-term rental on Folly Beach – LIC001249.

We strictly enforce occupancy limits. Violating these terms, hosting gatherings, or exceeding maximum occupancy will result in immediate eviction. The City of Folly Beach enforces strict regulations, and non-compliance could result in legal consequences and loss of the homeowner's business license. Our homes are designed for vacation stays, and we appreciate your cooperation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. USS Yorktown and Patriots Point are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fort Sumter and Charleston City Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park or TD Arena.
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Folly River Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Center Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • College of Charleston - 17 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 29 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪LoLo's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms on May 24, 2026 start from $1,300, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hakuna Matata - Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views - 5 Bedrooms located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches, Folly River Park, and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly Beach County Park and Sunset Cay Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana K.

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

Excellent

Great home, everything we needed. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Perfecto!

Loved the views and the layout worked so well for our family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun. Super loaded with what you want. Love that the master is on 3rd floor and young adults had the entire 2nd floor and game room below.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Beachfront gatherings

Enjoyed the various outdoor living spaces, large kitchen and location. Just steps to beach and a short bike ride to town. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Great beach house

Great beach house that is steps from the water. Lots of space and very clean. This is our second stay and we plan to return
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Everett W.

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

Great beach house!

Perfect beach house with everything needed for a weekend getaway. The house was comfortable and location on beach could not be better. The code didn’t work upon entry, so took a little while to get in, but management got back to me to provide new one fairly quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian M.

Beautiful Location, Perfect Beach House

The house was spacious and the layout was fantastic. The location of this home couldn't be better. Steps away from the beach! Easy walk to restaurants and shops, yet just far away enough for peace and quietness.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location and nice time!

We had a nice stay as the property was right on the beach. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, balconies, screened-in porch. Spacious for the 8 of us. Excellent sunrise view and sand strolling. Ping pong table and cornhole. Grill (charcoal, not propane). We rented beach equipment. Walking distance to pleasant seafood restaurants and for breakfast/lunch. Only 30 minutes to historic Charleston and Mount Pleasant (movie and miniature golf/arcade). Very relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eric F.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Sring Break

The layout of home was great and as pictured. We enjoyed the deck space and ability to spread out. The kitchen and bathrooms were quite dirty which was very disappointing! There were many electrical issues with outlets, lighting, and hair dryer. The elevator was not working which was an issue for my 83 year old father.This was our third stay on Folly Beach and although we did enjoy our stay, I would not return to this particular home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Lots of room for the family to do so many things

This is our second year staying at this property. We have all adult children so the configuration of the two living areas plus the space in the bedrooms and the double decks allow people to engage in so many activities simultaneously,; well-stocked kitchen, which opens right into a dining room and a big open room thatprovides priceless family time. Of course this property is just on the beach. The management of the property on site has just changed. There is no longer free cancellation.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

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

Great location!

We liked this house and loved the location! We really appreciated the start-up toiletries and kitchen essentials. Not all rentals do that and we wanted you to know it was noted and appreciated. The top level of the house is beautiful, excellent for entertaining with the open floor plan. Spent most of our time on the screened in deck off of the living room. Of course it needs some updates, but for a rental, it served its purpose for us! The management company has been 5 star, so responsive and quick to address any issues. Thank you for everything, we look forward to visiting Folly again!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Betty R.

Hakuna Matata

It was absolutely perfect for my birthday celebration. I look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Folly beach vacation

Wonderful house with plenty of large open living areas, great views, and just a short walk to the beach. Beach is wide with shallow warm water and big tide pools-perfect for younger kids. We did have a toilet overflow soon after arriving but Vacasa management responded quickly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Nice beach house!

Nice house in the beach with ample parking. Nice layout with great decks facing the ocean. Nice kitchen with ice maker built in.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic ocean views!

Wonderful property within steps of the beach. The decks and porches have unobstructed views of the water. Comfortable furniture, lots of seating for the 8 of us. Kitchen well stocked. Highly recommend. A note to maintenance: two lights out in master bath. And to cleaning services: only one roll of toilet paper in master bath. All the others had an extra roll. No big deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Great beachfront house

Great house with lots of space and a wonderful view! Kitchen was very well equipped.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Beautiful home

Beautiful home, perfect location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Luxury beach house

The house was beautiful. Facing the ocean, gorgeous unobstructed view, huge kitchen with all appliances, dishware, utensils. High ceilings, nice and big bedrooms. Our group was 5 couples. We also enjoyed the charcoal grill and ping pong table. Great location. Easy walk to Bert's grocery.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Very pleasant and relaxing

Very comfortable and spacious home with lots of thoughtful touches. The kitchen is well stocked with everything we needed. There are 2 living areas and plenty of porches for everyone to spread out and relax.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Delta Sigma Theta LSs Retreat 22 yrs.

The house was beautiful, clean, and accommodating. Five bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 6 balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and an elevator to easily get to the 3 floors. Second time staying in this location. Planning to make it an annual event. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald F.

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

Nice

Excellent property. Very well stocked with everything you would want.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Two decks, two living areas: One Great Family Time

We rented this house to spend the Christmas holiday with our grown children. Obviously, the location is the prize here. The house is close enough to downtown Folly, stores on James Island to be convenient, but isolated enough to enjoy quiet solitude. We enjoyed that we could spread out so someone could read a book on one porch and another group would be playing a board game on another porch; same with the living rooms. Kitchen is hugely stocked with so many cooking implements. Beds comfortable; immaculately clean; VACASA is super responsive on all booking questions. We've already booked a return visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

Great house - awesome deck!

We loved staying here. Incredible ocean views with open and covered porches which we utilized fully. Close to downtown Folly and also tennis courts walking distance!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suasn M.

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

House was awesome

This house is very spacious and accommodated our family well. The multiple living spaces and outside deck spaces were great for our group. There is a public beach access next door which made the neighborhood a bit busy but didn’t really bother us. The beach access is easy and there was everything we needed. I would recommend that people bring their own each towels as there are none provided. It’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

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

Just a perfect spot for our family vacation

We used to live in Charleston, so we had a pretty good idea of what we wanted for a vacation stay in Folly. This was a perfect spot. Incredible outdoor space, great bedrooms, Safe for our kids, it really had it all. We had one very minor hiccup with a fire alarm battery dying but the maintenance team was helpful to quickly communicate and come over and sort that out for us. We’d love to stay here again as we plan many repeat trips back to Folly/Charleston
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

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