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Tiny but perfect, super close to the beach.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Folly Beach, SC

Folly Island Beaches
‪1 min walk‬
Folly Beach Fishing Pier
‪7 min walk‬
Center Street
‪9 min walk‬
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

TINY

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Tiny

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Tiny but perfect, super close to the beach.

The Tiny Shack

With a little engineering and shabby-sheik ingenuity we turned our old office and storage space into Folly Beach’s cutest efficiency unit with all brand new construction, finishes, and décor. Think small and pretty. If you are an NFL lineman and your significant other is a WNBA star this is not the place for you. It is tiny, yes, but has everything you need for the perfect getaway. You have a full size bed to cuddle close and nap after a great beach day. Watch TV on the flat screen, or prep some snacks in the kitchenette. Your bistro table is more like a corner spot at a cozy Manhattan mini bar, and you can shower in luxury in the brand new tile bath with a modern sleek glass shower that feels more like The Ritz Carlton in Fiji than TheRathershacks on Folly. The main room measures 10ft x12ft- not including the 3ft x 5ft kitchenette, 5ft x 6ft bath, and 2ft x 4ft closet. Outside the front door you have your own dedicated covered patio so you can max relax, all under the watchful eyes of a mermaid and her dolphin friends. You have a small semi-private fenced back yard where there is a grill to channel your inner Bobby Flay or Rachel Ray, and an outdoor shower to wash off the sand and sea of the day. All of this is just a 45 second walk to the beach, and 5 minutes to all the bars and restaurants Folly Beach has to offer. Small is the new big at our latest shack. You will love it!!

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STR22-00154

Property manager

KATHERINE GRIMES

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Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

This cottage allows only 2 guest

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

I allow a total of 2 heartbeats, regardless of age

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and USS Yorktown. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park or TD Arena. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.

Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Folly River Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Center Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Folly Beach County Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

Charleston Station - 32 min drive
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lowlife Bar - ‬9 min walk
‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬9 min walk
‪Fam's Brewing Co. featuring Famulari's Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬12 min walk
‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny but perfect, super close to the beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tiny but perfect, super close to the beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny but perfect, super close to the beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tiny but perfect, super close to the beach. located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches, Center Street and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly River Park and Folly Beach County Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

22 Mar, 2023

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

great for a couple

Small but well stocked and wonderfully situated to town and the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

6 Oct, 2024

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

Folly Beach vacation

A perfect place for the two of us. It was even better laid out than expected, had everything we needed, super clean and very cute. 2 minutes to the beach and a short walk to Center St. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

17 Oct, 2023

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

Fall vacation.

Great little getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

ryan

17 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Me and my partners loved the place! Would be nice to have an oven, or a toaster.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dillon C.

10 Jul, 2023

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

Babymoon on the Edge of America

My wife and I had a wonderful stay here on our babymoon! Prime location for beach access, short walk to local joints, cozy and quiet. Comfy accommodations and well maintained. When we come back to Folly, we'll be right here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

1 Oct, 2023

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

Great Stay!

We loved our get away! Great location and it was perfect! Katt was great! So personable and available if you need her :) We will be back! :)

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

13 Sept, 2023

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

Husband n Wife getaway

Loved every thing. Crab Shack had the Best flounder, collards n peel n eat shrimp 🍤!!! Loved County Park. Manager was the BEST.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy D.

27 Feb, 2023

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

Perfect vacation

The listing was accurate. The place was lovely, walking distance to the beach (less than a minute) and to numerous restaurants (about 10 minutes). Off street parking for our car was wonderful. In short, five stars.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R., Chicago, USA

13 Nov, 2023

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

practically perfect in every way

my second time staying at tiny shack. it is just right. :)

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

6 Jul, 2024

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

Tim&Gina

It is small but we loved it! Accurate description. Shower was wonderful, 10/10 water pressure (my pet peeve). Nice inside and out. The outdoor shower a very nice amenity. Very easy for beach access. Grocery items very close at Bert’s. Recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Oct, 2023

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

Beachy keen

The property was as described in the listing. It was comfortable, quiet and pleasantly quaint. We had great weather so spent a lot of time outside. We would not hesitate to recommend and return.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M., Abbeville

21 Aug, 2021

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

Tiny Shack

I cannot express how awesome our stay was at the Tiny Shack. My husband and I enjoyed this little place so much. Close to the beach, walking distance to Center Street. I have never been to a place that was so clean, as soon as you opened the door you could smell the cleaniness. Katt was an awesome hostess. Always responded when we had a question. We look forward in hoping to stay again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

3 Jun, 2024

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

Great stay at the Tiny Shack!

My wife and I had a fantastic trip to Folly Beach staying at the Tiny Shack to kick off our summer and celebrate our wedding anniversary. Tiny Shack was a brief walk to the beach, when carrying chairs and a cooler it felt seamless with the short distance. The room was extremely clean and up to date with a modern feel. The downtown area was also a quick walk to enjoy the local bars and restaurants. The hosts’ recommendations list is spot on, and I encourage any future quests to review it. Katt was very quick to respond to our communications and make it an easy process to check-in. It was a great experience, and we plan to stay here again in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

24 Jan, 2020

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

Fun in Folly

We came to Folly for a birthday weekend. The room was very clean. Katt definitely pays attention to detail. The name is accurate as well. It’s very small, but that was all we needed. Cool seating area with an outdoor shower. Too bad it was January. Great location. We walked everywhere we went. There was a street fair which was a nice surprise. Very enjoyable weekend. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

27 Oct, 2023

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

Perfect couple getaway!

This efficiency apt was exactly as described. It is small but is the perfect size for a couple. The bed was very comfortable with great pillows. Not like those flat pillows you find in most places. The bed was very slightly raised so that there was room to store our bags underneath. The towels were thick and so soft. The water pressure in the shower was really good too. Kitchenette area was just the right size with a larger dorm size refrigerator, microwave, keurig coffee maker, toaster and sink. Had we chosen to just hang out in Folley Beach, we could have parked our car and walked to everything we needed. General market, lots of restaurants and some beach stores close by. The beach itself is just a minute’s walk away. Great little beach town. The host was very easy to communicate with and responded immediately to my questions. I would highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

5 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The cutest little spot

I stayed here for a week and this was a great little spot. Brand new renovation, very clean, and beautiful private outdoor space. It was the perfect spot for a solo traveler. It is a very easy walk to the beach and only a couple blocks from the Center St hub.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

3 Jun, 2024

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

Great weekend getaway

Great location. Very easy walk to the beach and to restaurants. Perfect for a weekend getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

7 May, 2024

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

April at the Tiny Shack

We stayed in the Tiny Shack for a week in April and could not have loved it more. The Shack is located a short walk to anything in Folly Beach and only a 2 min. walk to the ocean. Although the Shack is small, it is not cramped since you can go out to the adjacent covered porch and enjoy the breeze and beautiful view. Everything is new and very clean as well as nicely decorated. We, very much ,would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

7 May, 2024

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

Perfect Stay in Folly

Tiny, but perfect is a perfect description. Terrific place very close to the beach and Berts. Communication with host was excellent. We look forward to our next stay at this wonderful "tiny" well appointed cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

18 Sept, 2023

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

10 th anniversary

Cute little space . Conveniently located near everything you will need. The owners are available when you need them

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

13 Jun, 2023

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

Perfect

First time to Folly Beach. It was an amazing stay! We loved everything about our stay. The Tiny Shack was perfect! Katherine & her husband were the best. It's a beautiful place!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

20 Oct, 2022

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

Charleston-area Escape

Quaint, clean, comfortable, convenient. Just what we needed. Had an absolutely great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S.

8 Aug, 2022

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

Great location

Very clean and a great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

26 Jul, 2022

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

Great Place!

What a gem of a place! So quaint and very clean! The location is perfect - close to the beach and restaurants. The owners were exceptional - very responsive and friendly. We will definitely consider this again if we go back to Folly Beach!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

CB M.

19 May, 2022

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

Weekend getaway

Had a wonderful weekend in a cozy quaint accommodation with a beautiful courtyard. 2 min walk to the beach, 10 min to the pier and downtown area. Will book again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by KATHERINE GRIMES

We met in the cold Granite State of New Hampshire, fell in love, sold our houses, threw away the snowshovels, and bought us a perfect shack in paradise. After we fixed her up... you now have the Rathershack in all its glory waiting for you to come and add the next chapter. We thank you in advance for helping us live our dream. We live on site so feel free to stop in for a cold one or advice on where to go hide out, or step out and kick up your dancin shoes. The sign over our door says PARTYville, but more often than not we flip it over so it reads NAPville. Sometimes one leads to the other. You know the drill........

Why they chose this property

We bought this place to live the simple life in a beach town, and have family and friends visit. Plus, wouldn't you rather deal with an owner who lives on site and is totally psyched to be here and have YOU as our guest.

We also have 6 other cottages to look at, go to

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What makes this property unique

All bars on Folly Beach are within walking distance. Plus the house was pink...and we decided to keep the color.

REMEMBER ONLY TWO HEARTBEATS (GUEST). Babies, kids, adults all have heartbeats.

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Important information

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Folly Beach

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

great for a couple

Alison B.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Folly Beach vacation

Lisa W.

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Fall vacation.

Michael F.

8/10 Good

ryan

ryan

10/10 Excellent

Dillon C.

Babymoon on the Edge of America

Dillon C.

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Great Stay!

Shelly M.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Husband n Wife getaway

Kathy P.

10/10 Excellent

Joy D.

Perfect vacation

Joy D.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R., Chicago, USA

practically perfect in every way