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Hobie’s Hangout, Isle of Palms Beach Front
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 72900 sq ft
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Isle of Palms, SC
- Place, Isle of Palms Recreation Center9 min walk
- Place, Front Beach9 min walk
- Place, Isle of Palms Beach9 min walk
- Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
"King Room"
1 King Bed
"Star Room"
1 Double Bed
"Travel Room" with 2 twins, near the kitchen
2 Single Beds
Queen "Tree Room" could be considered a master
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom attached to "Tree Room"
Toilet · Shower only
DOWNSTAIRS half bath
Toilet
Upstairs Hall Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hobie’s Hangout, Isle of Palms Beach Front
Sleeps 7 in 5 beds - 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths in upstairs living space. Downstairs family friendly area has a half bath, 2 additional separate apres-beach showers.
Hobie's Hangout is a quaint and comfortable beach house with a "cottage" feel, located ocean front on Isle of Palms. This "old-style IOP" home was built in the 50s and will take you back in time with it's original solid wood tongue-in-groove wood walls (the original beadboard!) and wood plank flooring.
This home is more like a "home stay" versus a true vacation rental as the owners still have many of their belongings here including their walls of family pictures, antiques passed on through the generations, and favorite artwork left to share with guests. Remember, the original AirBnbs were homestays - until investments in lavish rental properties became popular and the short term rental market became what it is today. This is not a lavish home - but it is a well-loved, well-equipped, and has been the primary residence for this family.
Home is located in a residential area - house to the right has permanent residents. House on the left is a large rental property. Noise ordinance (and a hefty fine) prohibits loud music or other disturbances. This is a great spot for families or girls weekend getaways. PARTIES NOT ALLOWED in this home. Beach visitor parking is allowed on the street but you will have 3 parking spaces in the driveway. (Please, no going beyond the driveway - that is where the septic tank is!)
The Isle of Palms Recreation department and their HUGE playground is an easy 5 block walk from the house. There are climbing structures, tennis courts, soccer fields, all first come/first served. It's worth checking their website to find kid-friendly activities during your stay. The IOP Marina is at the north end of the island, where a restaurant is currently being remodeled. The marina store has fun souvenirs and a walk-up food counter with delicious lunch and breakfast items.
This home is Ocean front but there is a bit of a walk behind the house to get to the beach. On any given day you might see a family of deer passing through, or maybe a hawk on the hunt. There is also plenty of good birdwatching!
Two Smart TV's in common areas. There are no TVs in bedrooms.
Upstairs: The upstairs living space is around 1500 square feet. It is small but has a cozy and "open" feel. 4 bedrooms about 10'x12' ea, (bed sizes king, queen, 2 twins, 1 full), two full-sized baths, one with a shower, one with the original mint green tub and fantastic original tile. Living space with comfortable furnishings, eat-in areas include dining area for 6 and bar area for 4. Kitchen fully equipped with cookware, dishes and silverware, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, drip and Keurig coffee makers, tea kettle, as well a s other small appliances.
Off the back side of the living area is an enormous screened-in ocean porch where you can enjoy the sounds of the ocean in 4 oversized rockers or at the teak dining table for 6. Off the porch is an unscreened area and steps to go down to the beach path. PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS right from the house!
Downstairs: Footprint of the home is the same as upstairs but some of the space is being used for owner storage. 2 bedrooms (1 twin and 1 full), a half bath in the twin room. There are two indoor apres-beach showers. There is open space with a ping pong table, washer and dryer, and separate kids TV space,
Out the back door is a covered area with a charcoal grill. There are some beach toys and boogie boards for guest use. There is no grill but you may bring yours to use during your stay. There is a cold-water shower outside.
The house has a septic system. For those unfamiliar with using facilities in a home with a septic, there is signage in the home to remind guests of cautions to be taken. There is no garbage disposal for this reason.
Linens provided for all beds as are bath and beach towels for 8.
No smoking within the footprint of the home - no smoking on porches. Collection of security deposit and/or cost to remediate odor will be incurred if butts and odor are found in or around the property.
Fireplace in the living room. Please check with us before use. Only Press Dried/Kiln Dried wood (such as Duraflame) should be used.
While we try not to impose during your stay, guests can expect one visit during their stay to verify identification and guest parameters. If there are any discrepancies you will be asked to leave.
NO third-party booking is allowed. The guest who makes the reservation must be staying the entire length of the booking.
Hobie's Hangout is a quaint and comfortable beach house with a "cottage" feel, located ocean front on Isle of Palms. This "old-style IOP" home was built in the 50s and will take you back in time with it's original solid wood tongue-in-groove wood walls (the original beadboard!) and wood plank flooring.
This home is more like a "home stay" versus a true vacation rental as the owners still have many of their belongings here including their walls of family pictures, antiques passed on through the generations, and favorite artwork left to share with guests. Remember, the original AirBnbs were homestays - until investments in lavish rental properties became popular and the short term rental market became what it is today. This is not a lavish home - but it is a well-loved, well-equipped, and has been the primary residence for this family.
Home is located in a residential area - house to the right has permanent residents. House on the left is a large rental property. Noise ordinance (and a hefty fine) prohibits loud music or other disturbances. This is a great spot for families or girls weekend getaways. PARTIES NOT ALLOWED in this home. Beach visitor parking is allowed on the street but you will have 3 parking spaces in the driveway. (Please, no going beyond the driveway - that is where the septic tank is!)
The Isle of Palms Recreation department and their HUGE playground is an easy 5 block walk from the house. There are climbing structures, tennis courts, soccer fields, all first come/first served. It's worth checking their website to find kid-friendly activities during your stay. The IOP Marina is at the north end of the island, where a restaurant is currently being remodeled. The marina store has fun souvenirs and a walk-up food counter with delicious lunch and breakfast items.
This home is Ocean front but there is a bit of a walk behind the house to get to the beach. On any given day you might see a family of deer passing through, or maybe a hawk on the hunt. There is also plenty of good birdwatching!
Two Smart TV's in common areas. There are no TVs in bedrooms.
Upstairs: The upstairs living space is around 1500 square feet. It is small but has a cozy and "open" feel. 4 bedrooms about 10'x12' ea, (bed sizes king, queen, 2 twins, 1 full), two full-sized baths, one with a shower, one with the original mint green tub and fantastic original tile. Living space with comfortable furnishings, eat-in areas include dining area for 6 and bar area for 4. Kitchen fully equipped with cookware, dishes and silverware, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, drip and Keurig coffee makers, tea kettle, as well a s other small appliances.
Off the back side of the living area is an enormous screened-in ocean porch where you can enjoy the sounds of the ocean in 4 oversized rockers or at the teak dining table for 6. Off the porch is an unscreened area and steps to go down to the beach path. PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS right from the house!
Downstairs: Footprint of the home is the same as upstairs but some of the space is being used for owner storage. 2 bedrooms (1 twin and 1 full), a half bath in the twin room. There are two indoor apres-beach showers. There is open space with a ping pong table, washer and dryer, and separate kids TV space,
Out the back door is a covered area with a charcoal grill. There are some beach toys and boogie boards for guest use. There is no grill but you may bring yours to use during your stay. There is a cold-water shower outside.
The house has a septic system. For those unfamiliar with using facilities in a home with a septic, there is signage in the home to remind guests of cautions to be taken. There is no garbage disposal for this reason.
Linens provided for all beds as are bath and beach towels for 8.
No smoking within the footprint of the home - no smoking on porches. Collection of security deposit and/or cost to remediate odor will be incurred if butts and odor are found in or around the property.
Fireplace in the living room. Please check with us before use. Only Press Dried/Kiln Dried wood (such as Duraflame) should be used.
While we try not to impose during your stay, guests can expect one visit during their stay to verify identification and guest parameters. If there are any discrepancies you will be asked to leave.
NO third-party booking is allowed. The guest who makes the reservation must be staying the entire length of the booking.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT ALLOWED within the footprint of the
Important information
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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 and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Isle of Palms
Located in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Front Beach and Waterfront Park, while Patriots Point and South Carolina Aquarium are popular area attractions. Consider Historic Rice Mill for a night out or Blackbeard's Cove Family Fun Park if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Isle of Palms, SC
What's nearby
- Isle of Palms Recreation Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Isle of Palms Recreational Center Dog Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Front Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Isle of Palms Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Isle of Palms Marina - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 7 min drive
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Circle K - 2 min drive
- Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - 2 min drive
- The Refuge - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Reviews
Verified
30 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
alan m.
29 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house in great location.
alan m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott O.
28 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
DMB 50TH BDAY GHOST TOUR BEACH DAYS
Scott O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve D.
21 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
RAY B.
12 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation celebration
RAY B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
22 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy with a great location
Amanda S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas G.
14 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Winter Stay a the Beach
Nicholas G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara K.
18 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach getaway
Sara K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
B S.
8 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's the diamond in the rough
B S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
24 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hobie’s Hangout was perfect for our family of 4!
Danielle S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
7 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hoboes Hangout
Amy B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hitch G.
19 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience, Host, and House
Hitch G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie L.
3 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old school beach house
Natalie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Helen W.
2 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and healing
Helen W.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Botkin / Dreams N Druthers
Hobie's Hangout (named after "Hobie" Alter, an innovator of sailing and surfing, inventor of the Hobie Catamaran and many surfboard designs) became home to the current owners almost 30 years ago. They spent these years raising their two children, working, living "island life", and now offer this home for others to create wonderful family memories in the same way they have.
What makes this property unique
Beachfront property! Listen to the waves at night when all is quiet. There is something about the ocean and the perspective it offers. Private walkway to the beach from the home.
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