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El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!

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Living room has direct deck access
Dining Room has screen porch access
Screen Porch 1 Off Master Bedroom
Deck leads to direct, private beach access
Directly oceanfront

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!

BR 1: King, BR 2: Double & Twin, BR 3: Double & Twin Bunk Bed; Sleeps 8, Several decks & screen porches, Direct beach access, Each room with bathroom access, Folly Beach

Beachfront House with Ocean Views from Every Room! Steps to the Sand

All reservations will receive $250 credit toward VayK Life beach gear rentals! *applies for stays 3-21 nights only

El Mar, which translates to “the sea”, is the name of this gorgeous beachfront home just waiting to assist in making the best memories. All bedrooms face the ocean, so each guest enjoys a spectacular ocean view and the ocean's lullaby in the evening. Direct access to the beach means you'll be on the sand in no time. Families and groups of friends will love hanging out together in this home, decorated in calming coastal blues and whites with the occasional punch of teal (check out the stairs!).

Gather around the farmhouse table in the dining area that comfortably seats 10 to 12 people and plan your next adventure, host a game night, or share a meal. A fully stocked kitchen and ample breakfast bar will make mealtime as easy as the ocean breeze and an outdoor-charcoal-grill is also available for more casual meals. Hang out together in the super-plush living room, set up with plenty of comfortable seating and enough fish art to please any seashore fan. There's also a terrific view of the ocean and outside deck, thanks to the eight-foot windows built to bring in natural light. Central air conditioning will make sure the heat doesn't sneak in from outside. Head out onto the wide deck to grill up your catch, recline on the Adirondack chairs, or play a game of cards in the covered, screened-in porch. Did we mention that there's also direct beach access via a built-in deck? Because there absolutely is.

Comfort awaits you at day's end as each bedroom and bath offers an oasis of its own. The first bedroom lies just to the left as you come through the front door (just past the octopus-themed bathroom). This first bedroom features a king bed, a big-screen TV, and a private entrance to a comfortable furnished screened-in patio that connects to the main deck. This main bedroom is right across the hall from a lovely full bathroom that features double sinks, wall-to-wall tile flooring, tile wall accents, a garden tub, and a handheld showerhead.

Head upstairs (while taking an obligatory peek through the window on the landing) and head to the right to reach the second bedroom. This room features one twin bed, one double bed, a private furnished deck, TV, and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower. The loft on this floor features a twin-size daybed with a twin trundle bed in case you need an extra sleeping spot. There's also a desk workspace, perfect for if someone needs to complete remote work or school (don't worry, there's a curtain you can draw for privacy). The final bedroom is at the end of the of the overlook. This room features a twin-over-twin bunk bed set, a double bed, a big-screen TV, and a lovely private furnished deck. The bathroom is just next door, which features hardwood-style flooring, a standalone shower with a glass partition, and bead board-style wood paneling, perfect for helping little ones find their way in the dark.

Go into the Folly Beach downtown area, just 8 blocks away, to wander through local shops, markets (seasonal & holidays), listen to live entertainment, and eat at one of our local restaurants. All restaurants and shops are open year-round. Get out on the water to take a fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, shelling, or dolphin watching tour from a licensed guide. Surfing lessons are available through several companies and instructors. Find the local and tourist favorite, the Morris Island Lighthouse beach at the far east end of the island for wow-worthy photos!

Just a short, 25-minute drive will have you to historical, downtown Charleston to enjoy all of the charm that the Holy City has to offer. Here you will experience world-class dining, swanky boutiques, souvenir shopping along The Market, harbor views from The Battery and Waterfront Park, theater, comedy clubs, museums, grand churches, history, carriage and ghost tours, plus so much more. Customize your memorable trip to this historical city. Take the kids to the Children's Museum and the South Carolina Aquarium. Immerse yourself and the family in the Southern culture.

There is parking for 4 vehicles in the driveway area. Additional vehicles must find off-street parking where available and follow the City of Folly Beach rules. Uber and Lyft are very scarce on the island, please plan your transportation accordingly. Check-in is at 4:00pm and check out is at 10:00am.

Amenities include full size washing machine and dryer, modern kitchen appliances, central heat and air conditioning, free WIFI, $250 beach gear credit, keyless entry, linens, towel sets, charcoal grill, outdoor shower, and TVs. Fireplace is not for guest use. A starter amenity kit for bathrooms and kitchen are provided that guests replenish as they need.

El Mar is a non-smoking property. No pets are allowed. We provide 24-hour on-call staff for maintenance emergencies. No gatherings allowed that exceed the maximum occupancy of the home. Must be 25 years old or older to rent. Please contact us if you have any questions, or need assistance booking. Our local, knowledgeable staff is here to help. We hope to see you soon on Folly Beach!

**HOUSE SUPPLIES**
This property is managed by a property management group. We provide a complimentary starter amenity kit to get you settled. Guests are responsible for replenishing supplies as needed during their stay.
Two rolls of paper towels, 1 sponge, 1 dishwashing liquid, 3 trash bags, 3 dishwasher tabs, and 2 kitchen towels in the kitchen. Each bathroom will have 2 toilet paper rolls and at least 1 bar of soap. Full bathrooms additionally include kits with travel size products: 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 1 lotion bottle, and 2 makeup wipes

Folly Beach Business License #LIC008126

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park, while South Carolina Aquarium and USS Yorktown are popular area attractions. 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. Kayaking, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Center Street - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Folly River Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Patriots Point - 24 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 30 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪LoLo's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! on 11 May 2026 start from AU$777, 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 El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Folly Island Beaches, Folly River Park and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly Beach County Park and Sunset Cay Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! It had everything you could ever need as amenities. The location and view were incredible. We look forward to renting this location again.
Sunrise from El Mar.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ripken L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay. We were a group of guys on a golf trip. Was perfect to pop down to the beach or walk to town (1 mile, we didnt get a golf cart). I would recommend for families as well. plenty of space and easy access to everything. property was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of indoor/outdoor space. Great location- 20 minute walk to all the restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the plenty of indoor/outdoor space and found the location great for walking to the local restaurants and shops. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. Clean, quiet and beautiful access and view of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear you found the space clean and quiet, and enjoyed the beautiful ocean access and view. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Great time

Everything is focused on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed a week with family, 5 adults and 2 children.It was great! Rooms all nice and spacious and bathrooms were too. The only thing I would change is the porch and bridge leading to the beach. The wood was getting kind of old (as I’m sure it all does with the salt air) enjoyed our week so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
We're happy to hear that you and your family, including the little ones, had a great week at our Folly Beach home. It's fantastic to know that you found the rooms and bathrooms spacious and comfortable – that's exactly what we aim for! We really appreciate your feedback regarding the porch and bridge. You're absolutely right about the salt air taking its toll, and we're actively monitoring and planning for necessary repairs and upgrades to those areas to ensure they're always in the best possible condition for our guests. We loved having you and hope to welcome your family back to Folly Beach again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geanine S.

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

Great house!

This is our second stay at this property. Some upgrades were noticed! Still have a slow sink in the upstairs bathroom but overall you can’t beat this place. Right on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thanks for the review! We will send a technician to check out the sink. Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harriet C.

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

Location, location!!!

Wonderful stay on Folley beach. House was clean an comfortable. Bathrooms a bit dated (1980's) but only matters if you care about such things. Direct access to beach is excellent for taking a dip in the sea anytime. Board walk to beach over due for a rehab could use a bit of refurb, be careful of exposed screws. Screened in porches could use a bit of TLC for detached screens. Overall a fantastic spave for a beach vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you found the house clean and comfortable. We appreciate you bringing a few maintenance items to our attention, as safety and comfort are our top priorities. All exposed screws have been secured and sunken since your stay. The detached screens have been fully addressed as well. Thank you again for your valuable feedback. We hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

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

July 4th Family Vacation

Great property and location for a family vacation. Incredible non-stop views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. Family room and kitchen excellent for family gatherings. Bedrooms, sleeping spaces, and bathrooms set up very nicely for comfort and flexibility. Loved being able to have short walk from the back porch to the ocean for a swim or corn hole game, and then easily return to relax and soak in the sun with the family on the 3 different porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you for the review. Glad you had a great stay. We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

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

Fabulous week at the shore!

We had the best time here. The spaces all worked so well for us. Every bed room had its own outdoor space. The view was spectacular. All the furnishings were comfortable and well maintained. The table was huge and perfect for puzzles. We loved the distance to town and walked for all our meals. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. It would be a pleasure to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Wonderful place to escape to and enjoy the beach!

We loved staying at this house. The location was great, not too far from town but far enough to be away from the crowds. Wonderful desks at the house to sit out and enjoy the ocean. Plenty of space and many of the furnishings were nice quality. Struggled with the checkin process as we never received an email with the details and a call to the property management company did not result in the info. We had to call Vrbo and they called the property management company.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2024
Thanks for the review Shelley! Check-in instructions and door codes are sent via email 7 days prior to arrival. We understand things can sometimes get lost in emails and are always happy to resend information. We provide our 24 hour phone number in all correspondence as well as post it inside the home. It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patti t.

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

A+++++

We were very pleased with this beach rental. Our family uses VRBO often and this rental is one of our favorite listings. The beach house was clean and had almost every amenity you could possibly need. The kitchen was well stocked, the starter products (toilet paper, dishwashing soap, shampoo and soap, etc) were more than plenty for our 3 day stay. The check in and check out procedures were easy to follow. We had 6 adults and 5 children and the home had plenty of room for everyone. You will not be disappointed with this beach house rental. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Your review made our day! We're so happy you enjoyed your vacation. Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bobby T.

Liked: Communication, location

Torn Screens and Broke AC

Upon arrival immediately noticed all the screens on the multiple porch areas were torn. Property blamed passing Hurricane for damages however no other property in the same stretch displayed any similar damage. AC unit did not function correctly the entire stay, and seemed to completely stop working the evening before our departure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thanks for the feedback Bobby! Hurricanes and tropical storms do not cause the same type of damage to every home they affect. Oftentimes a home will be destroyed and its neighbor not affected at all. These storms are very unpredictable. We're happy to say the screens have been repaired and the HVAC is operating as it should. Thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean views from all rooms of the house! The kitchen was very well stocked. We loved having a separate ice machine. All beds were comfortable and plenty of bath towels were provided. The porch and balconies were really nice. We loved the house & hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2025
We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review! It means a lot that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope you'll keep us in mind for your future travel plans.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Thank you for staying with us. Please visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure hosting you. Please visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

milton c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2024
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again!

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