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Tucked behind beautiful live oaks, The Surf Shack is a cozy beach house just a quick walk to the beach. Enjoy relaxing days on the sand and unwind at night around the outdoor fire pit with Adirondack chairs and twinkling lighting.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack

  • One of Folly’s Best! The Surf Shack is a very cozy beach house hidden behind beautiful live oaks. Just a quick walk to the beach you will find everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. Enjoy the sand and the sun during the day then come back and relax at night around the outdoor fire pit with Adirondack chairs and twinkling outdoor lighting. This beach house vacation rental features two bedrooms and one bath providing ample space for sun-seeking guests on the screened in porch or the outdoor deck. The Surf Shack is your private oasis right in the middle of Folly Beach. 1 block away from the sand and 2 blocks from Bert’s Market for all your needs. Leave refreshed and with memories and plans for a quick return. Surf Shack allows only 1 well-behaved, house-broken, flea-treated dog with approval. Please include the breed and size of your dog when you inquire.
    This property is licensed by the city of Folly Beach as a vacation rental - License Number 012907. Because of the potential of fraud we would not recommend booking a property not licensed by the city of Folly Beach as a vacation rental.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)

General

  • Unit size: 671 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Please check policy, some units do not allow dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

About the area

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter are notable landmarks, 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 going on at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, or consider a night out at Historic Rice Mill. Visit our Folly Beach travel guide
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve on Folly Island, SC
    Folly Island Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Folly Beach Pier Charleston SC Atlantic Ocean Sunrise
    Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Center Street
    Center Street
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • College of Charleston
    College of Charleston
    17 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Folly River Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station
    32 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rita's Seaside Grille
    8 min walk
  • Tides Folly Beach
    8 min walk
  • Dead Low Coffee
    7 min walk
  • Circle K
    9 min walk
  • LoLo's
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches, Folly Beach Fishing Pier and Center Street. Folly River Park and Sunset Cay Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Classic Beach Cottage~Surf Shack Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Great trip

Amazing location and ability to walk right around the corner to the beach as well as the restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April R.

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

Great Property and Great Location

Super cute little place, close to the beach and to the center of town. Quiet, relaxing and the perfect place to unwind.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

duncan B.

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

Wonderful Beach Getaway

Cute small beach house a very short walk from the beach. everything we wanted and needed!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robyn k.

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

Perfect October get away

The surf shack was a great place to stay for a short vacation. The dog loved it and it was quaint, clean and easy to get to the best that folly has to offer. We would absolutely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Cool cottage!

Cool little cottage in the woods!Super easy walk to the beach. Deck, screened porch, fire pit.Some may think it's a bit past it's prime, but it's very cool and all we needed for a place to stay at the beach!to stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole T.

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

Surf shack vacation

LOVED the surf shack. Perfect size for our family. Steps from the ocean. Close enough to Folly amenities and restaurants to walk but far enough to keep some distance during noisy weekend nights. A perfect oasis we are still dreaming about. We will be back! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernest R.

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

Beach Stay

Enjoyed the nice cottage close to both the beach and main area. Very short walk to both, very responsive staff to needs. Would recommend again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Long Weekend

The proximity to the beach is wonderful and we had everything we needed for our two nights. Beds were comfortable and the management company was attentive. Parking was easy and the key-less entry worked well. We would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

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

Great location

The Shack is easy walking to the beach and to shops and restaurants. It was very clean and there were no problems. We didn't use the yard, but there is a fire pit, shower and deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

School break

We had some hiccups with the property in the beginning that were Immediately handled by the management company. Easy access to beach and Center St. Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy C.

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

Sisters weekend!

This property is on the main road but I did not hear the traffic while in the house! Just a block from the beach and 3 blocks from the main intersection on the island. Loved the Jack and Jill bathroom with the bedrooms. Great little weekend getaway! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

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

Perfect location!

This is the cutest little cottage and a perfect location on Folly. There are lots of nice windows and a screen porch. The house is decorated comfortably and is very clean. A side note: The floors are uneven and almost wavy in places which is very difficult for someone who suffers from vertigo but if that doesn’t apply to you, they are original and in an original surf cottage that is charming.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

john M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Hire a carpenter!

The house was clean and very easy access to the beach. The bottom front step was a potential trip. The back screen door was falling apart. The back deck was tilted and sinking. The "firepit" was a pile of broken cement blocks. Invest in some professional carpentry
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Krista R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and close to the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the beach and center street. We parked when we arrived and didn’t need to drive the entire trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cliff h.

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

Cozy little house in a great location

Clean, cozy, and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

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

Great weekend getaway!

This was a perfect space for my husband and myself for a weekend getaway in February.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

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

Our stay

We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Perfect!

Perfect for a nice weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Perfect location

Absolutely wonderful location to the beach. Only a block away. Very clean house. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

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

Excellent

Great location, great little house with tons of character. Loved all the natural foliage surrounding the property. Three minute walk to the beach or center of town. Overall really cool place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Perfect for our family

Great location - steps away from the beach, easy walk to Berts, easy walk to all the restaurants downtown Folly, and still feels quiet and secluded. The oak tree adds so much to the property, giving it that old island feel. House was well appointed and our family of 3 had no issues having only one bathroom. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Weekend getaway at Folly Beach and Charleston

We had a wonderful few days on Folly Beach! The Surf Shack is a lovely home, well-appointed, and was perfect for our stay. It’s conveniently located for walking to the beach, local restaurants and shopping! Folly Beach is a short trip from Charleston for sight-seeing and world class restaurants. The Host, Greg, was very attentive and responsive to my emails and questions before, and during, our stay. We can’t wait to return for another vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

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

Wonderful getaway!

We loved the screened porch for Happy Hour, listening to the waves rolling in, then as it got darker, the crickets. Very private and surrounded by a beautiful oak and palms. Our only wish was that the shower was bigger.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen V.

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

Great off beach location!

Two blocks from beach access; one block from Berts Grocery; three blocks from downtown! What's not to like? Great!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022