Folly is a magical sea island just 20 minutes from the Conde Naste #1 Tourist Destination in the USA: Charleston, S.C! In-Joy! Combine your pleasures of enjoying the ocean and a fabulous vacation destination, too! Open your heart & mind to an ocean of possibilities for your family reunion, gathering of friends, vacation retreat for small groups, or an intimate special event at this private beachhouse. A perfect location, one block from the beach, on a tidal creek with pristine marshlands views and Folly's natural bird sanctuary. This gorgeous home setting is on a unique street with cul-desacs on both ends, allowing a peaceful retreat just steps away from the ocean on the 'Edge of America', Folly Beach.
I maintain a small office space for the unique wellness amenity, the Harmonic Egg under the home, in which I work part-time, during daylight hours only. The Harmonic Egg is a sacred geometry light and sound chamber, and you can find out more at harmonicegg.com. It is completely separate from the house, with no entrance to the home, and sound proofed so that you will not be disturbed in any way. Owner parking will be on the front yard, where there is a small sign in the yard.
NO PARTIES ARE ALLOWED OVER THE MAX NUMBER OF 14 PEOPLE. EXCESSIVE NOISE OR PARTIES WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATED EVICTION AND FINE WITH NO REFUNDS.
THIS PROPERTY IS EQUIPPED WITH A PRIVACY SAFE NOISE MONITORING SYSTEM FOR NOISE LEVEL, NOT CONVERSATIONS. AMPLIFIED MUSIC IS NOT PERMITTED.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 408198
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Folly Beach
Located in Folly Beach, this vacation home is near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park, while USS Yorktown and Patriots Point are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, or consider a night out at Historic Rice Mill. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing.
Is Large Beach House for Bigger, Better Gatherings! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Large Beach House for Bigger, Better Gatherings!?
As of May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Beach House for Bigger, Better Gatherings! on Aug 8, 2026 start from $817, 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large Beach House for Bigger, Better Gatherings!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large Beach House for Bigger, Better Gatherings!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large Beach House for Bigger, Better Gatherings! located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Folly Island Beaches, Sunset Cay Marina, and Folly Beach County Park. Center Street and Folly Beach Fishing Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Excellent location for our family trip. Enjoyed time at the beach, the beach town itself, and trips to Charleston. Sitting by the firepit in the afternoon watching deer and drinking coffee was one of our favorite activities. Plenty of space for our 4 families to spread out and enjoy each other's company. Darlana was easy to communicate with and checking in was a breeze. Would love to come again!
A fun place to stay. So close to beach access and very walkable to main street shops and restaurants. The best part was we were able to use the golf cart to shuttle our family of 14 to restaurants and not have to pay for parking cars. Host was very accessible and accomodating to our requests.
We came for a family wedding in Charleston and so glad we stayed here. We were able to make it a beach weekend too. Just a short walk from the house and the property has all the beach chairs and toys for everyone.
We brought our adult children and some spouses for a mini family reunion
The house was perfect for our needs, beach was close, restaurants wonderful and the hostess absolutely fabulous! We had an awesome time!
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2022
Great Family! A pure Joy to meet & host these kind & respectful people!
Reunion for five ⚾ players for 55th Reunion. Worked out great with our group. Great accommodations and owner was great to work with. Recommend this place very highly.
Marilyn F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 16, 2022
Thank you, Team 55 years reunion!! Fabulous group of people from the Citadel! My house is blessed by their love & comraderie!!
I had a family member who complained about some areas needed dusting. also, the ac unit upstairs was very loud.other than that, my stay was very pleasant.Recommendation: HVAC system needs to be updated
This beach house was a perfect fit for our extended family of 12 ranging in age from 4 to 81. It is well furnished and equipped. It has a large screened porch where we spent most of our time together. It is a short walk to the beach. The owner is very gracious and welcoming.
The beach house was perfect for our family (9 adults and 4 children). We were in the area for a wedding and the location gave us some time to enjoy the beach and Folly Island while there. Darlana was great to work with and promptly answered any questions we had. Will definitely try to book for our next large family event!
We had a wonderful time in Folly Beach celebrating my wife’s 50th birthday. The weather was terrible which made the house that much nicer. Plenty of room, bathrooms galore and very cozy. We cooked all of our meals in the kitchen which had everything we needed. Darla was great to deal with and I would definitely stay here again.
This place was beautiful. We stayed with 4 adult children and their partners--this never happens--no one had to sleep in a twin or bunk bed! The house was great, was literally 3 minute walk to the public access point of the beach, .75 miles into town, and mud flats for shark tooth hunting. Darlana was SO responsive and accommodating, I really couldn't have asked for more. highly, highly recommend.
It was a great stay with comfortable beds for all and lots of towels and beach towels. Beach toys were available for our "littles". The golf cart was invaluable while cruising around Folly Beach. Parking was always an issue but having the cart made it all easier. We spent a lot of time on the beautiful front porch as well as the back deck. The screened in room was a perfect playroom for our grandchildren where they could be given a little independence while being safely enclosed. The owner was thoughtful and flexible and easy to reach with any questions. We would definitely stay here again when we return to Folly!
The home was beautiful. Clean. Accommodated 10 of us comfortably with room to spare. Kid friendly. Only issue we had was with the annoying neighbors trying to report us for breaking the rules when we had not. They even went as far as to break out their video cameras while counting cars...the Owner handled it well though! Aside from that bit of stress it was a wonderful stay!
Cherie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 21, 2023
Very glad the house was beautiful & accommodating. Very sad that the political scene over short term rentals has brought neighbors to using a video camera! A small outdoor family oyster roast was unwelcomed. The vast majority of my renters are families & groups that have peaceful enjoyment in my home at Folly. I will recommend not to rent my home to those who would like an outdoor party. I want all who come to feel welcome & enjoy!!
3 families - plenty of space - Love Folly beach and love this house!
This was a wonderful space for our 3 families to enjoy a Winter Beach Vacation while visiting for a gymnastics meet. We had 5 teenage girls and 6 adults. There was plenty of space to sleep, and to spread out. The Master bedroom with an attached screened-in porch was a dream for sleeping with the sounds of nature! We all enjoyed walking to the beach by day and strolling around town by night. Folley Beach had plenty to offer including a sandcastle festival, fun coffee shops, and restaurants. The owner was very accommodating, easy to work with, and very responsive. We loved Charleston, and look forward to the next time!
Kim B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Darlana Fiehtsam
I Love Folly Beach! "Seaspirit" is a magical home, filled with love and Joy! At the Edge of America, in a fabulous beach town called home for many years this vintage town screams BEACH!! I started renting my house to help my son get through college...and he has graduated now!! Now I rent it out to be free to do more volunteer work, travel, and give back to my community! I'm as semi-retired psychotherapist and now I work as a real estate agent, helping families find their Dream Home near the beach and in Charleston! I love to walk on the beach and I love boogie boarding in the ocean every day of the summer. I hope that you and your family will enjoy my home, have fun, make loving, silly beach memories together, and treasure your time and life...even for just a week at one of the best beaches in America
Why they chose this property
Having traveled to many beaches in the United States, Mexico, Greece, Carribbean, and even the Great Barrier Reef of Australia, Folly Beach remains my absolute favorite. The Secret: I LOVE the WAVES!!! Not too little, not too big, just right for body surfing, floating around, boogie boarding, skim boarding, and even real surfing. The sand is fine, with shell or shark tooth hunting as local favorites! At low tide, the many tidal pools are famous for toddler wading areas. Folly is home to many surfers & East Coast surf contests, with lessons available to beginners! Folly is a fun beach town, close to Charleston, which is the #1 tourist destination in America for so many reasons. Folly is best known for it's hospitality, beautiful beach, great seafood, and fun nightlife. The serene Lowcountry skies, with transformative sunrises and sunsets are all enchanting. An evening walk on the beach, on a moonlit night, with the moonbeans guiding your way and many stars shining their bright lights along the shoreline is memorable for all ages. Only 20 minutes to Charleston, home to historical architecture and famous venues, Charleston is a "foodie town." Many chefs have received rewards for their innovative, and often Southern, "table to farm," cuisine. Boating and fishing are very popular, with boat captains available from Folly to Charleston, to enjoy dolphin watching, sports fishing, parasailing, jet skiis, kayaking, SUP, and water skiiing! Charleston is a most popular wedding venue! An oceanfront wedding is a very special dream come true! The magnificent plantations, with award winning gardens are home for tourists and events. Our town is filled with amazing supportive event services, such as catering and even horse drawn carraiges! Lastly, we are home of the Yorktown, a public museum for all ages to witness the vast military ship, with a museum for military heros! Charleston and Folly have something for everyone and for all ages! Come to a port of many possibilities!.
What makes this property unique
Awesome beach, just a block away. My house is unique in being just a block off the beach, but right on the marsh, so you can enjoy peace and quiet and all of the fun of a beach town, just down the street. Most people do not know this street exists on Folly--it is a quiet secret, so close to everything., and has cul-de-sacs at both ends, so traffic is very light. If you'd like to tour the island with a golf cart, be sure and book in advance: they will bring the cart directly to the house for you! NO PARTIES allowed!
Languages:
English
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