"The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up

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A beachfront property with a multi-story building, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a sandy beach in the foreground.
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a beach, a few lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a glass dining table, and a view of the beach through a glass door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach, two chairs with patterned cushions, a small round table, and a white lamp.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

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Located in Folly Beach, this apartment is on the beach. Charleston City Market and Charleston Music Hall are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include USS Yorktown and Patriots Point. 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 The Charleston Pour House.
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What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 18 min drive - 21.7 km
  • College of Charleston - 19 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Charleston City Market - 21 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 31 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chico Feo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Folly Island Beaches, Folly River Park and Center Street. Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve and Folly Beach Fishing Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute one bedroom on the beach. Top unit and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2026
Thank you for the review, Terri! We're so grateful you chose Charleston Coast Vacations and we would love to welcome you back for another beach trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a couple's escape. Very nicely furnished for two people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2026
Hi, Daniel! Thank you for the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review. This home really is ideal for two people looking for a beach getaway and we're so happy you got to enjoy it. Thank you for choosing Charleston Coast Vacations. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view is unbeatable and located at a surfing break. Small, clean. Perfect for 1 or 2 people prioritizing view and direct beach access. Located at a quieter end of Folly, which was perfect. Downstairs apartment shares stairway, parking and beach access. Easy to navigate it all. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2026
Hi, Adam! Thank you for your review. We're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. The views from this home really are the best. Thank you for choosing Charleston Coast Vacations. We can't wait to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a beautiful beach view! It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2026
Thank you for the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, Mary Jo! We're so grateful you chose Charleston Coast Vacations and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disappointed to have mildew on throw pillows, bath tub stopper and refrigerator door seal on hinge side. Rust on exterior and interior of freezer and fridge, not very appetizing or appealing.Loose weather stripping on patio door needs attention.Bed was comfortable, if quite noisy when shifting sleeping position.Excellent location, worthy of the price, however the mildew, rust and weather stripping detracted from the overall experience. The price suggests there would be better attention paid to the details.Beach view and parking were very convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2026
Hi Dwayne! Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the excellent location, convenient parking, beach views, and comfortable bed. We’re sorry that the mildew, rust, and weather stripping issues took away from your overall experience. We appreciate you bringing these details to our attention and will share them with our team for immediate review and follow up. Thank you for choosing Charleston Coast Vacations, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience on a future stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice,clean and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the home clean and comfortable. We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice location

Enjoyed are stay great location !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

Beautiful property in an excellent part of Folly!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar, 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Dolphin's Watch! We'd love to have ya'll back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay! The location is perfect because the beach is more private and is only a quick bike ride to the pier and restaurants. The house was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved everything about your stay and enjoyed the perfect location. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a getaway

Stayed here with my wife and had a great time. It's a great size for two people and has a wonderful view of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great view with easy beach access and an outdoor shower. Parking was very tight the first night, as the unit below us had 2 cars parked in an area probably best served by two cars. Host was very communicative and checkin/out was very easy. Cleaning staff was very on top of their checkout time. They were waiting on the staircase about 15-20 minutes before we needed to be out of the unit. That said, everything was very clean and comfortable for the two of us. You are off the main drag by over a mile so it was very peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2026
Thank you for the kind words, Matthew! We're so happy you enjoyed your experience with Charleston Coast Vacations and we would love to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet retreat!

Awesome location right on the beach! Place was as advertised, clean, and very nice. Will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Retreat! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Well kept house and an amazing view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Beachfront Home

Small and unique just perfect for two!! We were happy to spend a portion of our 20th wedding anniversary here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2024
Thank you for choosing to celebrate such a special occasion with us! We’re delighted to hear that the property was perfect for your 20th wedding anniversary. Wishing you many more happy years together, and we’d love to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future! Best regards, The Vacations Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this location. Nice quiet neighborhood with beautiful views and easy access to beach. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

relaxing and beautiful

the property was far enough away from the town part of the beach to give us privacy but close enough to be convenient for shopping and eating
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Retreat @ Dolphin's Watch! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dolphin's Landing, brilliant location

Our stay was wonderful. Had some tv and internet issues but we overlooked that. We didn't miss it because the weather was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad to hear that you had a wonderful stay and that the great weather made up for the TV and internet issues. We truly appreciate your understanding, and these issues have since been remedied. We’d love to host you again for another great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long Weekend

Beautiful views and fantastic weather made for a fantastic weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Dolphin's Watch! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Extremely run down and grimy. Smelled terrible as soon as we walked in. Very rund down. Stains and holes all over the walls. Kitchen cabinets and appliances very run down. Windows barely functional. Bathroom is very small and smelly and run down. Would absolutely not rent ever again for any price.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2026
Hi, Matthew! Thank you so much for your review and insight into this property. We take this seriously and have passed along these comments to management. We're sorry to hear we missed the mark this time, but hope to welcome you back to stay at one of our other properties in the future. Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect couples getaway on Folly.

We loved the our time. The view is perfect and parking is easy. The house was clean. If you are a young couple looking for a getaway this is the perfect place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Retreat at Dolphin's Watch! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Folly Beach on the beach

It was lovely being right on the beach, being able to watch the sunrise. Hear the surf.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy beachfront

Small unit overlooking the ocean--perfect for a couple on a getaway trip. Dolphins appeared each day, as scheduled!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
location and doors/windows/deck looking at ocean were 5 starswould have liked motion detector lights on steps; some parts of railing on steps are loose and not super safe. problem with securing french door to deck. loved it overall
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location is a 10, it's at the end of a dead-end road right on the beach. The deck is great 20 feet from the beach. The condo itself is in dis repair, the stairs going up to the door seems to be unsafe and in need of replacement. The unit was clean but is need of a total renovation, the stove does not work, the fridge is rusty both inside and out and the bathroom might be the smallest one I have ever seen. The worst part about our stay was the bed, it's a queen bed that was just terrible for two people to sleep on. We did not get much sleep on it as it was just horrible. We love Folly and try to get there every year, this was our second stay at this condo just because of the location. Unless this condo is updated, we will not be staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2026
Thank you for the review, Andrew! While we're happy to hear that the location and deck were a hit for you, we're so sorry about the rest of your stay. I want to inform you we've reached out to contractors and are working diligently to get this property back up to standards. We greatly value your insight and take it very seriously. We hope to welcome you back to the coast again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet place on the beach

Small beach front condo. Very quiet and comfortable for 2 people. The only complaint would be that there was only one thin blanket on the bed. Loved the location and the view. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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