Located just 45 seconds from the beach, RATHERSHACK offers a charming retreat with plenty of beach feel decor. The BeachShack unit features an open floor plan, fully stocked kitchen with microwave and dishwasher, Smart TV and WIFI. Enjoy off-street parking for one vehicle, gas grill on site for BBQ lovers and ride bikes through Folly Beach's eclectic neighborhoods.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedroomsSleeps 470 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
The current price is AU$806
AU$806
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk.
We named it the RATHERSHACK because you'd rather be here than anyplace else in the world. We are 'second row' from the beach - which means a 45 second walk for you slow pokes, or 30 seconds for the average beach bum. The cottage we are advertising and scheduling here is the 2 BR 1.5 bath, this one is called the BeachShack. Lots of charm and beach feel decor at no extra charge as this unit has all new beach-style furnishings, flooring, paint, new roof, and new air conditioning installed. All cottages have open floor plans for casual gatherings after your day at the beach. This Unit has a fully stocked kitchen utensils etc with microwave and dishwasher. The 2 BR features a large master with a queen bed and the second bedroom has a full bed, plenty of changing room. Super clean no allergens pet dander etc as we do not allow pets. Units have Free TV, Smart TV and WIFI. Off Street parking for 1 vehicles included. . Gas grill on site available for you grill masters out there. Riding bikes is one of our favorite things to do around around here, and look at all the sugar shacks, moderate homes, and homemade fishing piers plopped right next to the occasional McMansion. Architectural variety on every block. Folly Beach makes no judgment on who you are or where you come from...just bring your flip flops and come as you are.
Business Lic004141 STR22-00153
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Pickleball
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
NO MORE THEN 4 total heartbeats. INCLUDING ALL GUEST
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children count as a heartbeat we allow total of 4.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
This one is Called Beachshack House Folly Beach
This one is Called Beachshack Folly Beach
This one is Called Beachshack
This one is Called the Beachshack
Newly Renovated Seconds From the Ocean Cottage
Newly Renovated Seconds From the Ocean Folly Beach
Newly Renovated Seconds From the Ocean Cottage Folly Beach
About the area
Located in Folly Beach, this cottage is near a water park and near the beach. Charleston City Market is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park or TD Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby. Visit our Folly Beach travel guide
Is 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. ?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$806, 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 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. ?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches, Center Street and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly River Park and Folly Beach County Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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1 Block to THE MOTHER SEA. Super easy and quick walk. Reviews
Reviews
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We had a great stay! The property was exactly as described in the listing and was super clean! Great location, super close to beach access. We cannot wait to stay here again!!
We drove down not sure what to expect, but found a clean cute cottage. The beach was close by with towels, lawn chairs included. Short walk to shop, eat and even go to church.
This property was absolutely perfect. We were in town for graduation and wanted to be close to the ocean but have one member of our party that cannot do a lot of stairs or a lot of walking. This property was ground level with a few stairs in and only a block off the beach, so easy access. The perfect property for our stay!
Everything about this cottage is great. Very clean and up to date appliances was nice. The decor is absolutely adorable and the best part is the beach is just 1 block away. The owners really thought of everything from beach chairs, beach towels, etc.. I will definitely stay here again!
Beautiful property with only short 3min walk to beach. The beds were very comfy and we loved the covered patio area. We enjoyed our stay and Katt was an excellent host. Check in and out procedures were a breeze. The only thing we wished we would have had at the property was a second TV. Highly recommend as a great beach house!
Meredith J.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
22 May 2014
beach shack review
I took my Mom to the Beach Shack to celebrate her 75th birthday! We loved our trip! The house is decorated so cute and it is very clean. It is an excellent location, close to the beach and shops. I enjoyed the bikes, umbrella, towels and beach chairs! Sam and Kat were wonderful, we are looking forward to returning real soon!
Katt was a fantastic host! The house was super clean, convenient to local restaurants, and a two minute walk to the beach. You can’t really ask for much more than that! We will definitely be back.
Have been going to Folly for years and really Enjoyed the stay at the rather shacks. Great location. Clean. Accurate representation in the listing. Property manager was very accessible and helpful. Close to beach access and town. Recommend 100%
BeachShack was wonderful! Loved the location. Very tastefully decorated! It was perfect for the 3 of us. We definitely would stay there again if we’re in this area! Thanks for sharing your BeachShack with us! The only negative is water pressure & temperature of water when taking a shower but this was discussed with property manager & was assured she will take care of this!!
The listing leaves nothing to the imagination, it's clean and beautiful and just enough space for my two young daughters, myself and my mother in law. It was the perfect girl vacation. Off the main drag enough that it was quiet at night but still easy to walk to any restaurant. The beach was the perfect distance to be able to come and go from the beach and a short 15 minutes to Charleston. It had plenty of towels, kitchen necessities and space for what we needed. Thank you for a lovely stay, we'll be back!
Maryann T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Amy W.
22 Aug 2013
No place we'd RATHER be.
My husband and I and our 2 children (boy 16 and girl 14) loved the Rathershack. Everything in the home was updated and beachy. It was impeccably clean. We loved that we could walk to Center Street and the restaurants, shops and pier. Katherine and Sam could not have been nicer. Kat was always available but never intrusive. She gave us at ideas of things to do while we were in Folly.We will definitely stay there again when we go Folly.
We loved this house and our stay at Folly Beach. The house was clean and so cute! Two things to keep in mind are the driveway is shared so someone's car, in addition to yours, will be in front of that cute covered garage/patio area the whole time. The other thing is that the outdoor shower has no door and has generously spaced boards so you can't really use it as an extra shower like we usually do at the beach. That said, it's a great house and area. We would definitely rent this place or from Katt again.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
24 Apr 2019
Perfect way to start summer
Katt -- thank you for a lovely 3-day get away in Folly Beach. For some reason, I had the impression that Folly was a loud party beach but that was not the case at all. We loved our time exploring the side streets, restaurants, and being outside. Your cottage was perfect for us as a family of 4 for a short visit. Everything we needed was right there --simple and basic but very thoughtful. I appreciate your personal generosity -- I hope we will be back again. Let us know if you are in Boone -- would love to show you the same hospitality. Bring your SUP if you come the mountains and I will tell you about some lovely places to paddle. Susan
Susan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Carol K., Virginia
25 Nov 2018
Had everything we needed and close to the beach
We loved this property. It had everything we needed for a family to cook Thanksgiving dinner at the beach. The kitchen was well stocked with all the essentials, plus many nonessential. Beds and furniture was comfy. The only thing we missed was a dining table. We love to play family games and found that challenging, but doable. It is very close to the beach and the awesome Burt’s Market, which we love. I walked there every morning for free coffee. It is a long walk to Center street, but I love to walk so no problem for me, but could be challenging for older folks or kids. We didn’t use the outside shower or beach chairs and umbrellas, but would be handy in the summer time.
We have been visiting Folly for many years and stayed in many rentals. This rental was great because of all the attention to details. We loved the decor, well stocked kitchen and proximity to the beach. We hope to stay here again soon!!
Super cute, very clean and incredibly convenient! We had never been to Folly Beach before but this property didn’t disappoint! It had everything we never knew we needed. The beach is a literal 45 second walk from the property which was fantastic with a 2 year old. Highly recommend!
Katt was a very responsive host and the cottage was just as advertised. The only surprise was that the outdoor shower isn’t meant for anything except rinsing off sand. Otherwise, a perfectly sized cottage for 4, if two of your party are small. Fantastic beach access and not too far from the action on Center Street.
Definitely recommend this property. What a quaint little place. Perfectly located with a short walk to the beach. Everything was as described by the owner. On this adventure we stayed most of our time on the island. Everything you need is right there. We will definitely be back (our 4th trip to Charleston but 1st staying on the island). If, If I had to say anything in the somewhat negative...it would be that this place needs a washer/dryer, because if you stay 6 nights like we did, it would be nice to not have to go anywhere else to wash your clothes. Trust me, that was not a deal breaker. You will not be disappointed by booking this 2 bedroom house. Enjoy!!