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McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views

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Classic beach house with palm trees, plenty of parking, and just steps from the sand
Wake up to palm-lined views only steps from the beach
Bright, airy living space with cozy seating, flat-screen TV, and ocean-inspired décor — perfect for family gatherings
Relax on the shaded porch with ceiling fan and dining table, ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails without the bugs
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a spacious island with bar seating for casual meals or happy hour

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Patriots Point
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views

McCarolina
Location: 1408 East Ashley Ave Folly Beach, SC

Overview:
Step back in time with a stay in this gracious vintage beach house, beautifully updated with modern amenities. Ideal for two families, this spacious retreat offers both ocean and marsh views, located on the eastern end of Folly, just across the street from the beach. Enjoy the cool ocean breeze from the generous front porch or relax in the elegant backyard shaded by Live Oak trees.

Features:
Living Area: The home features two spacious living areas on the first floor, including a living room with heart pine floors, beach views, and a 50” Roku TV. French doors lead to the large front porch and deck.

Kitchen: Recently remodeled, the spacious kitchen includes a refrigerator, countertop beverage fridge, toaster oven, microwave, dishwasher, and both Keurig and regular coffee makers. A washer and dryer are also available for your convenience.

Bedrooms:
Downstairs:
Bedroom #1 Master: King bed with a luxurious en-suite bathroom featuring his/her sinks and a large walk-in shower with three shower heads.
Bedroom #2: Queen bed with a private half bath.

Upstairs Bedrooms:
Bedroom #3: Double and a twin bed
Bedroom #4: Double and twin bunk bed.
Bedroom #5: King bed and private porch with beach views.
Additional Sleeping Options:
-Queen sleeper sofa upstairs
-Twin & Twin trundle near the game room downstairs.

Outdoor Space: Enjoy the expansive front porch, large deck for grilling, and a screened porch perfect for sunset views. The outdoor shower is great for rinsing off after a day at the beach.

Amenities:
Partnership with VayK Gear offering a $275 credit towards beach gear rentals for stays of 4-14 nights.
High-speed internet and multiple TVs throughout the home.

Important Notes:
Strict occupancy limit; violations may result in eviction

This property is licensed as a short-term rental on Folly Beach: STR24-A0499

Nearby Attractions:
Charleston International Airport: 16 miles
Downtown Charleston: 12 miles
South Carolina Aquarium: 12 miles
Folly Beach County Park: 1 mile
Morris Island Lighthouse: 2 miles
Folly Beach Fishing Pier: 1.5 miles

Book Your Stay:
Experience the nostalgia and charm of this unique Folly Beach home! For more information or to book your stay, please contact us at Charleston Coast Vacations by dunes properties. Enjoy a memorable vacation in this beautiful retreat!

McCarolina is a pet friendly property with a nominal pet fee.

This property is licensed with the City of Folly Beach: LIC048976

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 232465vb
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park, while USS Yorktown and Patriots Point are popular area attractions. 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.
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 18 min drive - 22.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 20 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Patriots Point - 26 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 31 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪LoLo's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views on 21 Aug, 2026 start from S$866, 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 McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is McCarolina: Spacious Retreat with Ocean & Marsh Views located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Folly Island Beaches and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Center Street and Folly River Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the house, 3-4 minute walk from the beach, plenty of parking, great fenced in back yard for the dog, outdoor shower was cool, whole family stayed and loved the place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2026
Love hearing that the whole family had a great time, pups included! The fenced yard and outdoor shower are perfect for a beach trip. Hope y'all make it back to the Charleston coast soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond F.

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

McCarolina

Superb property for a family vacation. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms and an excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at McCarolina and we'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The marsh view and beach view were lovely. You could move from front porch to back porch all day and enjoy the views! The house was very clean, rooms were comfortable size, things were a little worn, the bathroom situation was a little tight and the beds were a little lumpy, but overall it was an ideal stay for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful marsh and beach views and that the home was a comfortable fit for your family. We appreciate your notes about the furnishings and bathrooms, your insights help us continue to improve the guest experience. We’re so glad you had an enjoyable stay overall and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Vacation home

Nice big property with lots of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Beach Stay

Great property, clean and well stocked. Just a short walk to the beach. Great for families. We will be return guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at McCarolina! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathlynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy check in and check out. House was large enough to not feel like we were all on top of each other. Nice sized kitchen to make group meals. Location is great unless you want to be able to conveniently walk to dinner. Highly recommend and would book again if we choose to vacation at Folly again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

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

Spacious and comfortable

We enjoyed a wonderful time. The front porch was our main gathering place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at McCarolina! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Wonderful House

The house fit all of our needs. Many comfortable places to get alone and read a book or hang out with everyone and play games. Location to the beach was easily a short walk, but definitely rent a golf cart, it makes moving around the island much easier.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at McCarolina! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle Lee B.

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

Family Beach Week

This house has been our favorite one since we have been coming to Folly every summer for the past 10 years. It fit our family perfectly, with plenty of room to spread out and not be on top of each other. The front deck was the official hangout spot. We will be booking again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Great location 2 min walk from beach access, 5-10 min drive to restaurants/stores, 30 min drive into Charleston, well equipped house. Beds weren't the most comfortable, a couple of broken frames as root issue. But for a 4 day stay, not a huge deal.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charles R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WiFi did not work. Grill was filthy, out of gas. What was a wine fridge did not work and was full of mold. Kitchen was well equipped. Beach access was good. Overall the house needs some tender loving care. We did have a good time. The beach is beautiful. The house is large enough for a family event.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots of space

We loved the spacious floor plan of this house. The kitchen was huge and well-stocked. Lots of seating inside and out which was a plus! It was nice having beach and marsh views. The house needs a good deep cleaning and an overhaul of the beds. Better quality mattresses and bedding would make stays more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the feedback, and we're glad you enjoyed your stay! We'll chat with the homeowner on the beds, and hopefully get an upgrade in the process! We hope to host y'all again back on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Great house for a large group

We had 2 families staying here (9 people total) for spring break. The house is very comfortable for a bigger group. Plenty of space, bedrooms and sitting areas. Kitchen is well stocked. Front porch was nice to sit on (screened porch on the back is small and has a small table - would be nice if they extended the screens on the full back porch). Very easy walk to the beach across the street. A nice and quiet location. Our only recommendation would be for the owner to invest in new pillows for the beds, many were very flat. And maybe some mattress toppers as some of the beds were a tad hard. It’s def a very nice house with a easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brye H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bring all your people - this house will comfortably house everyone. Beach proximity is nice, but the marsh-adjacent yard was the perfect alternative. Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Fun folly week

Great location, comfortable house that was easy for all . Would definitely return. Porch floors and porch furniture could be cleaner and couple kitchen door were loose. Porches were perfect for gathering.. Wel Great views. Kitchen well stocked.Linens on king beds were not well fitted . Great spot for family fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy G.

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

Spacious

Loved the separate tv areas, and large kitchen. Short, easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

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

We enjoyed the location to the beach and the amenities. We did all of meals at the house.

A+
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

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

Wonderful location and stay

Everything was wonderful from check in to the house itself. We were on a respite retreat as all of our parents have a terminal illness and this was just what we needed. Property managers checked in to ensure all was well too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at McCarolina! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Great for the price

Great access to the beach with a wonderful view of the ocean from the balcony. We had 12 people and this house accommodated everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
We're so glad you had a good time at McCarolina! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia L.

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

Bigger Then Expected!

A house full of friends stayed very comfortable in this home for my husbands 40th birthday! We enjoyed both views from the front and the back! Only downside was the low water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary-Ellen M.

Great house in need of TLC

This house is run down and was filthy when we arrived. The beds seemed to be freshly made and there were clean towels. However, the dishwasher was full of dirty dishes, there were spills on the floor, clumps of dust hanging on the walls, spills running down the kitchen cabinets, hair in the bathroom sinks and tubs, and the refrigerator was dirty inside an out. Cabinets doors were broken and the air conditioning intake unit rattled, keeping people awake at night. In the morning I called the property management company and asked them to send a housekeeper and a maintenance person. They did so immediately. The maintenance man fixed the items on my list. He was very professional, proficient and quick. The housekeeper washed all the floors, wiped down the kitchen and bathrooms. She did the best she could in the 45 minutes she was there. However, this house needs to be cleaned from top to bottom. In fact, the entire interior really needs to be painted. All the woodwork is dirty and there are marks and chips in the walls. All that said, this house is a great place for a large family gathering. The configuration of rooms lends to entertaining and gathering but also provides enough space that everyone can find a quiet place. There are lots of bedrooms, two family rooms and two decks. It’s about 2 miles to the lighthouse in one direction and 2 miles to Center Street in the other direction. There are ocean views from the front deck and march views from the back deck. The front deck is really big and has the perfect combination of sun and shade. The beach is steps away, just across the street. For planning you should know that there is no gas grill, no blow dryers, no dish towels. I bought a couple of pot holders and left them there. There are only two beach chairs and no beach umbrella but you get free beach gear with the rental so you may want to rent what you need..
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. We will definitely take all of this into consideration. In regards to some of the feedback, we did send our housekeeping back multiple times to the property while you were there. She reported that she was dismissed with words of “job well done”. Once she returned to the office to report on how you all were happy with the touchup cleaning, we received another call asking her to come back for more non-specific cleaning issues. Upon her second return to the trip, nothing specific was able to be pointed out to her, and she was told to leave. We also do provide hair dryers in each of our rentals. As this is a guest-oriented business, unfortunately things tend to “walk off” sometimes, but we always have backup hair dryers and dish towels in our office. We have a welcoming staff that will do anything to ensure our guests are comfortable during vacation. Please do not hesitate for requests. As this home is on the older side, it is priced accordingly for large families looking to accommodate everyone in one house. We’ve had many happy guests who were able to spend quality time with extended families. We’ve found that historically, we’ve had great groups of extended families on a budget looking to be on Folly Beach for some family time!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Janet C.

A beautiful home that needs some fixes

The house was lovely, lovely location. Some inside repair need to be addressed. Light bulbs out, only 7 forks in the kitchen, cupboards broken. The back porch needs cleaning. We didn’t feel we could sit on those chairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Hi Janet, Thanks for the review! This is a great home in a spectacular location. We are sorry that the minor maintenance items affected your stay. When you reported them to us we asked if you wanted someone to address them during your stay but you declined. We scheduled the repairs for the day you checked out and everything is now in working order. We have also reached out to the owner about updating the porch furniture. We hope you come visit Folly again soon! - The Charleston Coast Vacations Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Jayna S.

Perfect place for our family get away.

Major Electrical issues on the first day but the team at dunes properties were quick to respond and kept me updated on when it would be fixed. Excellent customer service. Folly Beach is beautiful and fun for the family. This property was perfect for our extended family of 14 to stay at.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lauri b.

family time

Our family has grown larger over the last year or two and we needed a vacation home that would accommodate our needs for space to be together and space to be apart. This home was perfect for us for exactly that reason, and we especially enjoyed cooking together in the spacious kitchen and playing games on the dining room table overlooking the marsh. After walking on the beach, which was just across the street, we sat out in the porch swing talking, and we read magazines and napped in the chairs out there. Walking into town gave us the exercise we needed, and I loved watching the sunrise from my bed each morning near the back porch. It is probably odd to go on and on about a shower, but the master bathroom was off the charts incredible. I have never had such a luxurious bathing experience before, but I surely will again when we return there next year. My family and I had a wonderful time together and this house was the backdrop where our connections were renewed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Lauri, reading reviews like yours absolutely makes our day! "Estate of Folly" truly is a unique property because of its spacious layout, expansive porches and its location (you get the best of both worlds with its proximity to the marsh and ocean). We are so happy to hear that your family had such a special vacation there. We look forward to having your family stay with us again in the future!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Grayson C.

Just what we needed

The house was as expected. Clean, comfortable beds, cold A/C, and fast internet. We were there just a few days after hurricane Irma came through so the beach across the street from the house was in rough shape. But we rented a 6 person golf cart for the day and went exploring Folly Island and had great time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
What a nice review! We are so happy everyone had a great time! Folly Beach is getting back to normal post hurricane Irma. Renting a golf cart to tour the island is highly recommended. We hope to have the opportunity to host a future Folly Beach vacation. Thank you!

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