Located in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is near the beach. USS Yorktown and Charleston City Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Patriots Point and South Carolina Aquarium. Ready for a night out? Consider Windjammer (The) and Alhambra Hall. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
Charleston City Market - 30 min drive - 33.6 km
Getting around
Charleston Station - 32 min drive
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 6 min drive
Circle K - 11 min drive
Coconut Joe's - 6 min drive
Windjammer - 6 min drive
The Refuge - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?
As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit on 31 Jan 2027 start from £1,590, 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 at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit located?
Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Isle of Palms Beach, Front Beach and Isle of Palms Marina. Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of Palms Recreation Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The accommodations were perfect for four adults couples allowing for personal space and together time. Everything was very comfortable and well appointed. We will definitely rent this house every year. Thank you for a great weekend!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
Thank you, Amy, for the kind review of Whale of a Time! So glad the space worked so well for four couples. We'd love to host you again next year. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
30 May 2026
A perfect, wonderful weekend!
Thank you so much for letting us stay in your lovely home! We have loved the beaches here, all the amenities in the home, and the proximity to downtown Charleston. A perfect, wonderful weekend!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun 2026
Thank you, Paul, for the lovely review of Whale of a Time! Beaches, home amenities, and easy downtown Charleston access — that's the wonderful Folly combo. Hope to host you again. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
The Bretts
30 May 2026
Can't Wait To Come back
Thank you for a fantastic stay! This is our second stay on Isle of Palms and first time renting your home. The layout is perfect for our family, and we love the proximity to the beach and pavilion. We celebrated our daughter’s graduation, spent time together, and cannot wait to come back!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
Thank you, The Bretts, for your fantastic review of Whale of a Time! We’re thrilled to hear that our home was the perfect setting for your family and that you enjoyed the proximity to the beach and pavilion. Celebrating your daughter’s graduation must have been special, and we’re honored you chose to spend it with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more memorable stays!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erin & Will
30 May 2026
Beautiful Home
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us! This was the perfect place to gather and enjoy friends for my 30th birthday.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
Thank you, Erin & Will, for your wonderful review of Whale of a Time! We’re thrilled to hear that our home was the perfect setting for celebrating your 30th birthday with friends. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed your stay. We’d love to welcome you back for more memorable gatherings in the future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Autumn S.
5 Apr 2026
Great trip
The house was amazing. Very clean and in a great location. The house had everything we needed and more. Would rent this house again for future vacations.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2026
Thank you, Autumn, for the kind review of Whale of a Time! Clean, great location, and everything you needed — happy to hear it. Hope to welcome you back. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maddie
25 Aug 2026
Incredible
Five stars! Our stay at A Whale of a Time was incredible! This home was beautiful and provided ample space for a large family and friends. Many bedrooms and outdoor seating allowed for a comfortable stay and was relaxing for everyone. A Whale of a Time is a short walk to the beach where we enjoyed swimming for hours and sunrise walks. We were lucky enough to find live sand dollars, crabs,and starfish! This beach is a shell collectors dream as we found many to take home, and a shell identification book is kept at A Whale of a Time to check what you’ve found! Many resources on Charleston and Isle of Palm are at the home for your reading. Charleston is a short drive away and we enjoyed walking the city and learning about the history of the area. This vacation was such a great introduction to South Carolina and we will definitely be back! This home is a dream!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2026
Thank you, Maddie, for the kind review of Whale of a Time! Live sand dollars and starfish is a good haul, and I am glad the shell identification book got some use. We would love to have the whole group back. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
The house was great! Fully stocked, clean, full of fun extras and in a great location within Wild Dunes.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review about your recent stay at our home! We're thrilled that you had a memorable experience and enjoyed every moment. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again soon! Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
We had an excellent time during our stay here. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to stay near the beach with huge spaces!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
This is music to our ears, Mitchell! Whether it is the same property or something new, our doors will be ready to welcome you back. Thanks for choosing us for your vacation! Steven, iTrip Vacations Charleston Beaches
We had a great stay! The home was clean, well-equipped, and exactly as described. The location was convenient and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for choosing our home for your accommodation needs. It brings us joy to know that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience! Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
Had a great stay. Very clean and spacious home with a great deck and screened in porch. Would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your vacation and that the home met your needs. We hope to see you again soon. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claytons Hoddmans & Clerys
18 Feb 2025
Beach access very close. We made great memories!
Such a great stay! Beach access was close by, the downtown artist market was so cool, and this house was just the right size for our joint family vacation. Thanks for the great memories!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
The Maine Girls
18 Feb 2025
Beautiful beaches, we had a blast!
Thank you for a great stay! We had a blast on our girls strip! The beach was beautiful, Daniel Island Ferry and Camellias High Tea were a hit!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, The Maine Girls! We are thrilled to hear that you had a blast on your girls' trip and enjoyed the beautiful beach, Daniel Island Ferry, and Camellias High Tea. It’s always a pleasure to share our lovely home with guests like you. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
Don’t understand why there is a max on the parking spaces…There was room for 6 cars the garage maybe 8 and we were limited to only 4
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
jen b.
26 Oct 2025
A Whale of a Time
Cozy and wonderful stay! The layout of the house was great for several families and children. We made memories we will cherish for a lifetime. It was 5+ stars
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
Thank you, Jennifer! We are delighted to hear that you had a cozy and wonderful stay at Whale of a Time. It's fantastic to know that the layout of the house worked well for your group and that you made cherished memories. We appreciate your 5+ star rating and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future! Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Monika
18 Feb 2025
Wonderful time!
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the house!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Monika! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time at Whale of a Time and enjoyed the house. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the future. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
The Jacobsons
18 Feb 2025
Beautiful place to stay for a Wedding!
We were here for our son/brothers wedding and LOVED our stay! Such a beautiful place to be! Couldn''t have asked for a better space to be able to celebrate before and after the big day!
Thank you for staying with us! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your vacation and that the rental met your needs. We hope to see you again soon. Steven, iTrip Vacations Charleston Beaches
easy walk to the beach, house has everything you could possibly need, great location and amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Your kind review made our day! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic stay at our home Thank you for being such wonderful guests, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
My friends and I loved this VRBO! Great location and plenty of space. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again in the future. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
We were not in town long but it was a charming and wonderful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2023
Thank you for your kind words about our vacation rental Devon. We are glad to hear that you had a wonderful time and hope to see you again in the future. Steven, iTrip Vacations Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth T.
27 Jul 2025
Amazing stay!
We loved every second at Whale of a Time! The hosts were extremely gracious and kind. The house is decorated spectacularly and has everything you may need. Check in and check was seamless. We will definitely be coming back!!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind words about the home. We are glad to hear that you had a wonderful time and hope to see you again in the future. Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches
This property is a gem and we could not have asked for better communication with the management team
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you, so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Come back and stay again soon. Steven, iTrip Vacations Charleston Beaches
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
The Browns
18 Feb 2025
Lovely Stay, The porch was a special treat!
Thank you so much for a lovely stay! The porch was a special treat - we loved sitting around the fire pit listening to the cicadas. See you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stuart Y.
5 Sept 2025
Whale of a Time - Isle of Palms
Very pleased with the rental. The amenities were accommodating and house was clean and in good condition.
Everything was as expected and then some.
Would definitely recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2025
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review about your recent stay at our home! We're thrilled that you had a memorable experience and enjoyed every moment. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again soon! Steven, iTrip Charleston Beaches