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Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach!

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Joe's Folly/3 bedrooms/3 full baths/outdoor shower/stroll to beach or town.
Ample off street parking, a huge bonus on Folly.
Vaulted Ceilings. Kitchen beautifully remodeled in 2020.
Exterior
A boardwalk connects the outdoor shower to the Cooper entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Center Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach!

License#: LIC000173(STR24-A0296)
Please note: This property is in a quiet residential community and Folly Beach has a strict noise ordinance violation rule of 1 strike. Simply respect your neighbors, keep the noise down, and NO parties:) Maximum capacity at all times is 8 guests.

Originally built by Joe back when time moved a little slower, summer days seemed to melt into one another and family and friends gathered on porches to enjoy light conversation and cocktails while benefiting from the evening breeze. This lovely, updated 1950's private home helps you step back into a simpler time, curling up with a good book, living shoeless and never needing to get into your car unless you absolutely must leave the Island.
As you enter the home you are greeted with original heart pine floors, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and an open and airy floor plan with two seating areas and dining room. Equipped with a fully stocked kitchen for all your dining/food preparation needs. The kitchen opens up directly to the front wrap around porch and also to a lovely seating area inside. Perfect layout for friends and family to gather while the chef prepares the evening meal, while not being excluded from the conversations and happenings of the day. Off of the kitchen you will find the main living room along with a Roku Flat Screen TV for all your viewing needs. This home has Direct TV and WIFI. Dining Room is directly off and open to the main living room. Dining Table is set for six people and there's additional seating for three at the bartop in the adjacent kitchen area.
The Master Suite is located on one side of the home, off to itself. This room was just updated in early 2020 with a new King mattress. A closet, chest of drawers and two luggage racks complete the space. All beds are prepared with 100% cotton linens. The spacious bathroom on this side of the home has a spacious walk-in shower and double pedestal sinks. The queen bedroom is furnished with a luggage rack and has plenty of hooks to hang personal items. The bathroom in this bedroom was completely remodeled in late 2019. The bathroom has a large walk-in shower and plenty of cabinet space for clothing and bath items. The twin bedroom has 3 twin beds with an additional twin bed in a smaller nook. This room can sleep 4 and has it's own bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Front, covered wrap around porch has a comfortable seating area with a private natural screen. The front yard is fully fenced. Large, open back yard with outdoor gas grill and private outdoor shower with running hot/cold water. Washer/Dryer are located in the "crab shack" which is not attached to the house but directly off the porch in it's own separate building.
This home is ground level and perfect for those who might have difficulty navigating stairs. The maximum capacity for this house is 8 people at any time. This is not an event home. There's plenty of off street parking in the back yard. No Smoking Inside. No pets.

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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

Wonderful home for children.

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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

Property Registration Number STR24-A0296
Property # 4058662
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park, while South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park or TD Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Center Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Folly River Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Folly Beach County Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪LoLo's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Home Located Two Blocks from Restaurants/Shops & 1 Street From Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Folly 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 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in the perfect location! The hosts were kind and quickly responded to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is super walkable to both the beach and the Folly Beach restaurants and shops. We were able to walk anywhere that we needed, and we found the house to be very spacious with plenty of room for 8 people to stay comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely home! It was exactly what I was looking for a quick beach get away with my teenager and her friends. It is perfectly described on Vrbo and the hosts were very attentive. Location was perfection.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at this property. It's clean, well-equipped and has a charming, family feel. Super close to Bert's Market, Center Street and the beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, well equipped, clean property, would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janice p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and the house was great! Hope to book again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

Folly Beach Stay

What a lovely place to stay! This house was super clean, really pretty, a really well equipped kitchen. It was super walkable to town and just a very short walk to the beach. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn M.

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

Wonderful stay

Stayed here for our annual girls trip. Could not have been more perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

The best

Really beautiful home, very comfortable we will book again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Great place great location

We had good weather and loved the house. Very charming and inviting home
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to Folly and time at Joe's! This really is a unique home, perfectly blending bits of the past and present. Fantastic location! Tastefully decorated. Private and inviting. Can't wait to have you all back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Great Location with Lots of Room

This was a wonderful location with enough bedrooms and bathrooms that everyone had their own space. The home was clean and within walking distance to town and the beach which allowed us to quickly walk to see the most beautiful sunrise!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

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

WI/IA crew

We loved the location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brittany b.

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

Family 4th Trip

Wonderful stay! Our kids cried about leaving. We all had a great time and the house is very clean and well appointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Amazing

A wonderful location and property for a girls trip! We can't wait to come back soon! .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

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

Wonderful Week

Great little getaway! The home was just as advertised and a perfect space for our group of 7. The location is walkable to downtown, but not so close you hear it all night. The owners provide everything you need to make it comfortable and relaxing! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Online pictures do not do this charming house justice We loved it!

Beach is a very short walk away The home was immaculately clean and well equipped Owners are great to work with and have anticipated all of their guests needs We were a party of 6 adults and had plenty of space for all Love this house and love Folly!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thanks Stephen! We Love this home and try as we might....we just can't fully capture all it's charm in our photos! It is such a unique property. Great home. fantastic location! We work side by side with housekeeping and owners to provide clean, organized and comfortable accommodations for our guests. Great to hear you were pleased with our efforts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Memorable Unique Beach Home

We gathered a small group of family and celebrated life! We marveled at how cozy and pretty the home was and it had every TV ing we needed to make a fantastic shrimp and grits dinner! We also went out to the local places and of course, walked to Bert’s and Chico Feo many times. We had a blast and this special home made our stay perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonda T.

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

Cute Cottage

Cute cottage in a great location! Beds were very comfortable! Easy walking distance to beach and all our favorite spots in town. Fireplace is not functional, but not a big deal to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We just purchased a new king bed and it is oh so cozy. Great location to town and the beach, offering ease and convenience while staying on Folly. The fireplace has been retired and is simply decorative. Luckily the weather rarely calls for a fire and with our split system heating and air system, the house can maintain a comfortable environment for all. We hope you can return. Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We really appreciate our guests and their feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana M.

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

Family beach vacation

This home is beautiful and was perfect for our party of 7. My husband and I traveled with our 3 kids (8,6,&3) along with my parents. We were so comfortable and footsteps to the public beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

jessica k.

Lovely homey immaculate. A real beach house with southern charm.

The house was really nicely outfitted with everything that you would ever need. No kayaks or bikes but you can rent them a stones throw away. Easy walk into town for good eats and dive surfer bars!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
This is a classic beach home. Beautifully and tastefully decorated. Lots of old southern charm with modern upgrades. You will not be disappointed with the decor or layout of this home. We have several companies here on the island who rent well maintained beach cruisers, paddle boards, kayaks with all safety gear, surfboards, etc. If you are looking for a rental, just give us a text, email or call and we can help point you in the right direction.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Y.

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

Amazing

Joe’s Folly is the coolest house, great for our kids too. We felt so cozy and at home. The location is awesome; you can walk anywhere easily. The yard is great for playing too. The house was clean and had all we needed. Thanks so much for sharing this special place with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

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

Great beach cottage!

We had five family members staying at the house for a few days for a college graduation. We love quaint and quirky beach cottages, which is why we picked this home. The house was perfect for us, slept all of us with no problems, and we used the outside front patio the most to hang out. The location is just incredible as you have a very short walk to Bert‘s market and the beach as well as restaurants and shops. The house had all the amenities you need and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Quintessential

Joe’s Folly has all the charm of a vintage beach cottage with all the modern updates you’ll need. Location is perfect for walking everywhere and communication was responsive and friendly! We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie T.

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

Saving the day

We came to Folly for the weekend to celebrate our daughters masters graduation. Our original rental was not acceptable and we had to scramble to find another house. Joes Folly was available last minute and the property managers happy to help us out. The house was perfect - great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi S.

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

Great Beach House

This is a great place to stay! There is a bedroom on each side of the house for couples and one in the middle that would be good for kids. The beach is very close with only a 2-3 minute walk. The front porch is a nice shady spot all day to relax on. The house is clean and comfortable with everything one would need. There are 6 beach chairs and a beach wagon so no need to bring all that stuff. They also provide several beach towels. The manager is very responsive and easy to communicate with. We would love to stay here again sometime!
Parking in the back
Front porch
Nearby beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michael Ray

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This home is owned by the original family who built it in the 1950's. Since that time children have grown, had children of their own who now they too have added to the family! It's been a family destination for decades. Withstood the wrath of Hurricane Hugo. Been a sanctuary in good times and bad. What a blessing to be able to share this special destination with others.

Why they chose this property

Homes have come and gone on Folly but this one has withstood the test of time. It is loved, well maintained, clean, inviting and comfortable with the charm and grace that you expect from a classic southern home. It is the perfect destination for a group of friends or family. Once you park your car you may never need to get back in it. You can easily walk to the beach, pier, shops, restaurants and local grocery "Berts". While it's in such a convenient location it is also private with a large, shaded yard out back and private front yard. With two seating areas you get to have space for those who might want to watch a game on the TV while others enjoy conversation in the adjacent sitting room or directly off kitchen on the covered porch.

What makes this property unique

Three bedrooms and three full bathrooms is always a plus! Plenty of off street parking. Easily walk to all shops, restaurants, beach.

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