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So cute and close to the beach

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Open concept living room with views of the common area
Open concept living room and entrance
Open concept living room and entrance
Open concept living room kitchen and bar seating
Living room, entrance and bar seating

Overview of So cute and close to the beach

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Folly Beach, SC
  • Popular LocationFolly Island Beaches1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFolly Beach Fishing Pier8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMorris Island Lighthouse6 min drive
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

So cute and close to the beach

The Happy Shack

It’s a bittersweet offering that you are able to stay in one of our newest shacks. You see the Happy Shack was the unit WE lived in for 3 summers. We chose it because as you’ll see it is the best on our property-with 2 good sized bedrooms, each with their own full bath. We lived and loved every inch of it. From the front yard which has full afternoon sun, and is protected from the wind for those marginal beach days, to the high fence and overgrown vines you can pull up a chair and catch the shade on those 98 degree humid July afternoons. It has the biggest grill on property for you to fire up the burgers and steaks to perfection. In addition, you have an outdoor shower tucked away to wash off the salt and sand after a day at the beach. But it’s the INSIDE that we added all the little touches that will make you fall in love with her. With big windows facing south and west you can be flooded with sunshine (or draw the shades as you wake up on the couch with a well -earned hangover). For a touch of nostalgia you have our ORIGINAL Rathershacks sign in the vaulted ceiling living room. Also, you have one of our very cool dual headed fans to keep you comfortable and enhance the central air (let us know when you figure out which button makes it spin). The kitchen island was made from reclaimed wood from an 1860’s tobacco barn and is vintage South Carolina. We were going to take it with us to our new house across the street but it’s too darn heavy, so you win. All the appliances were upgraded to stainless steel so there is an air of Five Star luxury to your kitchen experience. You can’t miss our custom designed sunglasses + car key holder and sunscreen supply shelf—both are needed nooks for a vacation at the beach. It is our master bedroom we will miss the most…It gets morning sun, and you can watch the squirrels play on the lattice fence outside on most mornings. Our headboard is an old fireplace mantle found upstate in a 1905 Victorian house that we meticulously restored. It is the romantic centerpiece of our home, and this old mantle keeps her secrets. We painted it 49 shades of VERY LIGHT gray-nothing crazy-- so we hope you enjoy yourselves thoroughly! The second bedroom is adorned with a nautical theme and you will feel your inner ocean when you snooze. Both bathrooms have all new tile and fixtures so you can clean up in luxury as you head out on the town. With you as our guest, we know she will be in good hands.

Business Lic 004143
STR22-00159

Property manager

KATHERINE GRIMES

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
I allow a total of 4 heartbeats, regardless of age

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
I allow a total of 4 heartbeats, regardless of age

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this cottage is near 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 8 min walk
  • Folly Beach County Park - 4 min drive
  • Morris Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 32 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Famulari's Pizzeria Brewpub - 9 min drive
  • Bohemian Bull - 8 min drive
  • Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - 8 min walk
  • The Bounty Bar - 9 min walk
  • Rita's Seaside Grille - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is So cute and close to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at So cute and close to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at So cute and close to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is So cute and close to the beach located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly Beach County Park is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rathershacks
We stayed at The Rathershacks "Happy Shack" and the place was great. The place was very clean and the appliances were very nice and actually worked. There are all of the essentials just as stated. The beach amenities are great, not junk. There are so many towels for the beach and inside. The owners are the greatest and very helpful. When we go back we will most definitely check their places first.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
We could not be any happier with our stay!!! The property was exactly as pictured, clean and stocked with everything you needed for a comfortable stay. The walk to the beach was easy and short. Beaches are clean. You can even walk to town. The town has typical beach shops, restaurants (the lost dog breakfast 😁👍!!), ice cream and an awesome coffee shop! Access to the highways to explore the area are near by as well. It was our first trip to the area...highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous beach stay
Cottage was comfortable and cozy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

savanna b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were hoping for
This property was everything we were hoping for and more. It was clean, quaint, and most importantly, close to the beach and Center Street. Katherine and her husband also supply their properties with a whole sheet on recommendations in the area, which we utilized quite a bit. The house also came with some beach accessories, including chairs and an umbrella. We would definitely stay at the Rathershacks again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This was the perfect spot for a few day getaway. Park the car and walk to everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by KATHERINE GRIMES

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We met in the cold Granite State of New Hampshire, fell in love, sold our houses, threw away the snowshovels, and bought us a perfect shack in paradise. After we fixed her up... you now have the Rathershack in all its glory waiting for you to come and add the next chapter. We thank you in advance for helping us live our dream. We live on site so feel free to stop in for a cold one or advice on where to go hide out, or step out and kick up your dancin shoes. The sign over our door says PARTYville, but more often than not we flip it over so it reads NAPville. Sometimes one leads to the other. You know the drill........

Why they chose this property

We bought this place to live the simple life in a beach town, and have family and friends visit. Plus, wouldn't you rather deal with an owner who lives on site and is totally psyched to be here and have YOU as our guest.

We also have 5 other cottages to take a look at, go to HomeAway.com and check them out.

RatherShacks -
3478178 BeachShack 2 bedroom 1.5 bath
3671707 RoofShack 2 bedroom 1 bath
3876249 ChillShack 1 bedroom 1 bath
3948147 TinyShack 1 bedroom 1 bath (Tiny)
4086494 SandShack 2 bedroom 1 bath (not posted yet to HomeAway) but you can view on our web site RatherShacks

What makes this property unique

All bars on Folly Beach are within walking distance. Plus the house was pink...and we decided to keep the color.

Languages:

English
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