Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi
Vacation in this adorable Beach Cottage, "On the Half Shell"! This home is mere steps to the beach located only one block from the ocean. It offers comfortable bedding, flat-screen televisions in each room, cable, Roku, wifi, and everything you need to vacation in a home away from home. If you need extra space please check out our other VRBO listing # 632149, "Sandy Feet Retreat", or rent both properties to accommodate several families. The Half Shell has 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, and an outdoor shower. The Master bedroom has a queen bed and a flat-screen TV with Spectrum Cable and Roku options. The second bedroom has a Queen Bed, with a Full Size Trundle Bed, and a flat-screen TV with Spectrum Cable and Roku options. This home offers a spacious living area complete with a queen-size sofabed, love seat, and 40 40-inch flat screen TV with Spectrum Cable and Roku Smart options. The home offers a fully equipped kitchen, complete with an Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Keurig Duo Coffee Maker, Crock-Pot, Air Fryer, and well-stocked kitchenware. Perfect for cooking in, any style...Steam-pot, toaster, blender, etc. Enjoy the wonderful Carolina Climate on our large back deck that offers the natural shade of a beautiful Live Oak. "On the Half Shell" is conveniently located close to many of the area's best attractions. The home is only a few blocks from the neighborhood park/playground. The Surfside Pier is 3/4 mile from the home and offers pier fishing, ice cream, and an oceanfront restaurant. There are several other excellent restaurants in this area; River City Grill (Excellent Burgers), Pizza Hyena, Chimichanga Lama (Great Mexican), Gracious Pig (Yummy BBQ), and Neil and Pams (Fun Karaoke and Great Breakfast). Garden City Beach is directly South of Surfside Beach and ends on a peninsula at the mouth of Murrells Inlet. Other attractions include Marlin Quay Marina, Gulf Stream Café, Garden City Pier, Original Sam’s Corner, and Sara J’s Seafood Restaurant. Just a few minutes South of Surfside Beach is Murrells Inlet, a seaside community that is considered to be the 'Seafood Capital of South Carolina". Once primarily a fishing village, the town is best known for the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, a half-mile boardwalk overlooking a pristine salt marsh, and many award-winning seafood and barbecue restaurants along Highway 17 business. Brookgreen Gardens is also located in Murrells Inlet and features several themed gardens with American figurative sculptures, trails through several nature reserve ecosystems, and the Lowcountry Zoo. They display a beautiful Christmas event, “Night of a Thousand Candles”, that has spectacular lights and is simply a must-see. If you’re looking for places to shop, Inlet Square Mall, the Market Commons, Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach Mall, Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing, two Tanger Shopping Outlets, and many more shopping facilities are all within an easy drive from Surfside Beach. Looking for some entertainment, take in a show at Medieval Times, Pirates Voyage, The Carolina Opry, and Legends in Concert. The Ripley's Aquarium, Wonder Works, Alligator Adventure, Hard Rock Cafe, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, and The Pavilion Nostalgia Park are other fun options. Whatever your heart desires, whatever your need, the South Strand offers a little something on everyone’s to-do list. We have a variety of wonderful restaurants, fantastic retail stores, creative miniature golf, exceptional charter fishing, exciting water sports…and of course, nothing but relaxation.
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There is a pet fee of $75 and all pets must be approved prior to entry to the home. This option can be added upon booking or prior to entry.
The person reserving/booking the property must be 21, and staying in the home during the rental. A driver's license may be requested upon booking.
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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, a security system and a deadlock
About the area
Surfside Beach
Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Broadway at the Beach and The Market Common are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Family Kingdom Amusement Park and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach. Ripley's Aquarium and Garden City Pavilion Arcade are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Hudson's Surfside Flea Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 19 min walk
Dairy Queen - 15 min walk
Golden Egg Pancake House - 3 min drive
Milk & Honey Coffee Cafe - 3 min drive
River City Cafe - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi?
As of 11 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi on 12 Apr, 2026 start from S$204, 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 Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Half Shell Beach Cottage-One Block Easy Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Grill&Wifi located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of W.O. "Bill" Martin Park and Garden City Beach. Surfside Dog Park and Hudson's Surfside Flea Market are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cottage was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Perfect amount of space for two adults and two dogs. The walk to the beach was super easy, which we loved. Plenty of local restaurants and activities within walking distance or short drive! Overall a really nice, relaxing place to stay.
Our host, Ashley, is fantastic to work with. The cottage was everything that is advertised plus more. A very comfortable setting, house, neighborhood and very close to the beach. This is definitely worth re-visiting.
A cute clean beach cottage walking distance to the beautiful beach. The owners have done a wonderful job making our stay very comfortable and homey. Not to mention we were able to bring our dog. Definitely hope to stay again soon.
The house was just as shown in the pictures. It is close to everything you need, stores, attractions, restaurants! Ashley is the best Host we have ever had. She is available to help anyway she can if you have a problem. She is friendly and caring. We totally recommend booking one of her houses!
This place worked out good for us. We have a senior greyhound and he’s not great with stairs. However, we did have a few issues. One was the sheets wouldn’t stay on the beds. They are very thin. We had to fix the sheets everyday. Also, the nonstick frying pans are very old (Teflon) and unsafe to use. We ended up buying one from Walmart and brought it home with us. Lastly, we couldn’t get any live channels on cable or Roku, other than news. No abc, cbs or nbc prime tv. Had we known, we would’ve brought our firestick.
Lisa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. However, I wish you had made us aware of these concerns, as we do our very best to make our property a very comfortable stay for all guests. Regarding the cookware, I recently checked it, and it was in good shape. It is not old, however, I am guessing we had a guest or two that were very hard on the Teflon. I will be sure to check it out, and replace it as needed.
The linens are provided by the cleaning company, this is the first complaint we have received about them coming off of the beds. I hope you found them comfortable otherwise. We provide Spectrum cable, as well as Roku TV as noted in our property description.
We take all concerns very seriously and do our very best to provide a positive experience.
It was stress free being able to just walk out the door and take our dog out. No steps out the front door. Felt safe in the neighborhood. Family friendly area. Did a lot of walking and wasn't afraid even at night. A lot of people riding bicycles...which I like seeing. Only a block to the beach.
Nice, cozy, perfect for family and the dogs! The porch with the huge shade tree outside is fantastic!
Lisa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your positive feedback! We are so happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay and the large Live Oak that shades the back deck. Thank you for taking great care of the home and we hope you return one day soon!
We had a nice time staying at The Half Shell Beach Cottage. Comfy beds, good shower, appliance supplied kitchen, clean and in great location.
Christine C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Ashley Sabo
We began hosting on VRBO 12 years ago with the desire of owning a vacation home and having guests enjoy it as well. Our first home was purchased in VA, and since that time we have purchased 3 others in South Carolina. Hosting on VRBO and hearing about the wonderful memories our guests make in these homes has since become my passion.
My husband and I are originally from VA and Florida. We currently reside in Tega Cay, SC on Lake Wylie...yes we love the water (salt and fresh). My husband served in the US Marine Corp., then attended Montreat College, and I attended Clemson University and obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. We have 2 children, our son is a third-generation student at Clemson University, and our daughter is a Senior in High School. We also have two loving Labrador Retrievers, and understand the importance of traveling with your "Whole Family" (2- and 4-legged children)
Why they chose this property
We chose this area of Surfside Beach due to the very close proximity to the ocean and golf cart beach access (1 block). It is located in a nice quiet neighborhood, and we have wonderful friendly neighbors that have become like family.
What makes this property unique
This house is not elevated which is wonderful for those that prefer not to climb stairs. We prefer the close proximity to the beach,the private feel, and the open floor plan.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests