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Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views.

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A residential area with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a visible staircase.
A view of a beach with palm trees, a parked car, and a wooden structure.
A cozy room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a door leading to a kitchen area.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and white balusters, leading to an upper floor. A wall-mounted abstract painting with flowing lines is visible above the staircase.
A cozy interior with wooden furniture, a patterned rug, and a view through a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
With beach views, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. It features a balcony, yard, and porch, ideal for outdoor gatherings. Nearby attractions include Folly Island Beaches and Folly River Park, while adventure seekers can enjoy sailing and windsurfing. Games are available for indoor entertainment.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Folly Beach Fishing Pier
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Center Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views.

Fantastic house with large fenced yard, across the street from beach and walkover. Two blocks from local market, four blocks from Folly pier and center of town. Protected outside shower with hot and cold water to wash off the sand between your toes! Great ocean views from two decks. Enclosed back porch/sunroom just off the kitchen which leads down to the grill. We also provide baby equipment (high chair, baby gates, pak'n'play) so it is one less thing to pack.

Spacious eat-in kitchen with a great farm table which seats 8 people and updated stainless appliances and granite counter tops. There is cable TV in the first floor bedroom, living room and 3rd floor. The 3rd floor is accessible via a charming spiral staircase, which might be a challenge for small children, elderly, and taller folks. The other bedrooms are easily accessible to all.

There is a nice GE washer and dryer in the sunroom/enclosed porch on the first floor. The house also has wireless internet service and central heat and air conditioning. There are children's beach toys, boogie boards and one beginner surfboard for tenants use as well as beach chairs and a beach umbrella.

Avoid the hassle of the paid parking lots in town and park your car in the private off street parking at the house. There's no need to drive to explore all the cute shops and restaurants since it's an easy stroll to Center Street and the Folly Beach Pier. Our yard is large by beach standards and completely fenced. There are double gates at the driveway entrance which are able close. There is an outdoor propane grill to eat all the great beach cookout meals.



There is a separate storage area for house keeping use only. This space is not occupied or for rent and is not included in the square footage of the rental house.

Business License #LIC012917

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We do not allow smoking inside the house or on the porches. We do not allow pets or visiting pets inside or outside the house.

Renters must sign rental agreement when reserving this property.

We do not allow events or parties at the house. No exceptions. The maximum people allowed at the house is 8. This includes visiting people.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 133702
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

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Charleston City Market is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Consider Historic Rice Mill for a night out or Children's Museum of the Lowcountry if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Center Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Folly River Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 17 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chico Feo - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views.?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views. on 25 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,919, 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 Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Swell Cottage! Awesome Second Row Folly Beach with great ocean views. located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 253 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property where our family has stayed several times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is a great house in a great location! Very clean, comfortable and the AC works very well. Beds are comfortable and kitchen has plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy walk across the street to beach and convenient to Center Street shops and restaurants. Plenty of space for our family of 4. Really enjoyed the breeze off the covered porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the main deck, ocean view, easy walk to the beach. You can tell the owners are sweet and care about their property and their renters. They did a great job making you feel comfortable. Beds were comfortable and clean. Plenty of towels. Body wash soap in all showers and hand soap in all bathrooms was nice. Plenty of parking. Spiral staircase was a little bit of a challenge when carrying suitcases upstairs. We have tall men in our family and they were a little cramped at times but the quirks of the house are charming. The loft for kids was a surprise and fun for them. Everyone had a great time. If only someone can help me get my two year old to sleep in new places, it would have been a perfect trip haha. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
Thank you for your nice review. I'm so glad that you had a nice stay overall. We strive to make the house welcoming and comfortable for all guests. I amended the description on the listing to include accessibility to the bedrooms, specifically mentioning the spiral staircase, which may be a challenge. Thank you for pointing that out. Again, I'm so glad you had a nice stay, and thanks again for the review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is fantastic!! Highly recommended. The home was spotless when we checked in. It is super close to the beach and has lots of thoughtful touches that clearly show the owners of this home want the guests to enjoy the stay. I hope we can visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great house and great location, really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! Awesome views, plenty of space and so convenient to the beach! Spent most of our time on beach, in the large kitchen, and in the sunroom which we used as a play room for the grand kids. We tried quite a few eating spots that were in walking distance, but far enough away that the area was quiet. Would definitely rent again! Lynn was great and accommodating also! Thank you for letting us stay at your place!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Well stocked with towels, kitchen and beach gear. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect location and it was so nice having beach accessories available to us, making the experience even better than we could have imagined.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!

Great location, comfortable retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location and host

Great house with an excellent location and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at Folly Beach

We had a wonderful stay in this cute house very close to the beach. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2020
Thanks for staying with us. Come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our mini vacation was very enjoyable. Being close to the beach and stores was a plus. Love it

Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, close to beach and Center St. House has everything you need. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family getaway

A perfect place for a family to stay and enjoy the best of the beach and all Folly Beach has to offer. Steps away from a great beach that doesn't get too crowded.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

We used this house for a girls trip and it was perfect. It would also be great for a family. Plenty of room and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great location

This house was amazing!! Easy 10 min walk to everything, right across from the beach, and had everything you'd need for a vacation (sunscreen, beach chairs, umbrellas, cooler, etc.)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome vacation stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Swell Cottage. From the accommodations to the location it made for an excellent vacation at the beach while visiting our daughter. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right

Perfect spot. Super close to the beach and we walked to town every night.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location!

My family loved this place! Awesome location for a family vacation. Close enough to the main strip to walk to everything but far enough away to miss the sound
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house & close to the beach

Just returned from an awesome week at Swell Cottage. Located right across the street from the beach and an easy walk to downtown restaurants. It was clean and had everything we needed. Would totally recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We loved the place and the location. Owner was very responsive and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway!

My friends and I stayed at the cottage for a long weekend and had a great time! The location was great and we really enjoyed going to the beach. Lynn was a great host and very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Keith and Lynn Merrill

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Why they chose this property

Very unique house. We love the palm trees growing up through the front porches. Multi-level so family members can spread out and maybe have some quiet time in the sunroom or just sit on the many decks and see the ocean.

What makes this property unique

Parking is always a problem at the beach. We have our own private off road driveway and a separate parking pad outside the back porch. This house is an original beach house that has been renovated over the years. Beautiful enclosed yard and the beach is just across the street. We also have baby equipment (pak’n’play, high chair, baby gates) to make life easier when traveling with little ones.

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