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Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes!

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A two-story house with a porch, a covered front entrance, and a small front yard.
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Place, Huntington Beach State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Morse Landing Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost at Sea Memorial
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes!

**History, charm, private dock, panoramic marsh views, walk to restaurants, on the bike path, includes passes to Huntington Beach State Park and Brookgreen Gardens**

The former home of one of the founding families of this famed fishing village and pioneers in transforming this area into the seafood capital of South Carolina, this historic cottage is steeped in vintage charm. From the expansive wrap-around lawn and dock, you can gaze out at the untouched and pristine Huntington Beach State Park.

We are conveniently located directly on the Waccamaw Neck Bikeway, an 18-mile multi-purpose path that trails through Huntington Beach State Park on its way to Pawleys Island. The Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, lined with seafood restaurants, is just 2 miles north. There are also two restaurants within very short walking distance of the house, Graham's Landing Seafood and Southern Hops Brewery. Huntington Beach State Park and Brookgreen Gardens are 1.5 miles south and both accessible along the bike path. A pass for Huntington Beach State Park and tickets to Brookgreen Gardens are included in your stay.

Our dock has a cozy seating area perfect for a morning cup of coffee, placing you in the middle of one of the most beautiful views in Murrells Inlet. The dock is also perfect for fishing, crabbing, and launching your canoe or kayak, but boat docking is not permitted. (Fishing and crabbing supplies, kayaks, and canoes are not provided.)

More about the history of the home:
In the 1950s, Clarence Morse opened the first oyster roast restaurant in Murrells Inlet a short distance away in what is now known as Morse Park Landing. Morse’s home has been maintained and restored, keeping its original design and feel. We are proud to be able to provide our guests the ability to enjoy the seafood capital of South Carolina, while staying under the same roof as one its legendary founders.

At its heart, Murrells Inlet remains a laid back fishing village and this is uniquely personified by Huntington View Inn. As the years pass by, the area around us has grown and become a busy place, but here time seems to be frozen. The land remains the same, our sandy banks unchanged, and inlet views unwavering.

Other things to note:
This is a Duplex. You will have the entire upstairs house with a separate entrance, living spaces, AC controls, and designated parking. No motorcycles allowed. No pets allowed. These policies are out of our control, no exceptions. Not suitable for children under 8.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Turn off the lights

Please strip the sheets and leave the comforter on the bed. Place sheets in the laundry bins in that bedroom's closet.

Please take out trash when you check out. The trash can is out front at the bottom of the stairs.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No motorcycles allowed on property. This policy is out of our control, and there are no exceptions.

This is a raised home with entry on the 2nd level, stairs are necessary to enter. The upstairs exterior porch is not suitable for children under 5.

No boats may be parked on the property without prior approval from the owner.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3954816vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Murrells Inlet

Located in Murrells Inlet, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out The Market Common, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Litchfield Beach and Myrtle Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Waccamaw Regional Tennis Center or Prestwick Tennis and Swim Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and ecotours.
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Murrells Inlet, SC

What's nearby

  • Huntington Beach State Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Morse Landing Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lost at Sea Memorial - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Garden City Beach - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Murrells Inlet Beach - 17 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wachesaw Plantation Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dead Dog Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Wicked Tuna - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Waterfront Cottage – Private Dock, Panoramic Views, and park passes! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Huntington Beach State Park and Morse Landing Park. Lost at Sea Memorial and The Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place. Three friends and I stayed for a golf trip and had the best time here. The dock was a great place to relax and I’m so glad we stayed here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

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

Great place to stay

Everything about this property is beautiful! Best place that I have stayed in Murrells Inlet. Close to everything and the owner is a wonderful person!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
It was a pleasure to have you Brendan, we hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Diekske d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. The kids loved catching crabs in the back yard! Very close to several nice and quiet family beaches. All in all great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the cottage. Beautiful views and great location! Perfect for fishing, lounging, and close to one of our favorite beaches- Pawleys Island. Lots of great memories! We look forward to coming back many more times!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had one of the best vacations ever here, thank you so much!! Definitely want to come back. Also ty for the park pass and tickets to the garden, that was reallly neat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Relaxing getaway

Enjoyed our time with our friends at your beautiful place. Awesome views, bonfire by the creek was so much fun. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Beach Time!

We had a wonderful stay in this charming beach property. Plenty of room to spread out. Lovely porch to enjoy my morning coffee and to read. Thank you for the passes to Brookgreen and the state park!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Huntington Beach Nature Preserve Spring Trip

Ginger is lovely! The house is just like we remembered it from our first visit. We will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Belated Honeymoon

Like visiting Grandma's house! It truly felt like home away from home. For birders and stargazers the private dock was perfect! Huntington Beach Nature Preserve pass was outstanding! We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Vintage Murrells Inlet on the Marsh

This house is exactly as advertised and spotlessly clean. If you love watching the sun rise over the marsh in a well-maintained classic Inlet home, this is the place for you. The hosts were so responsive and helpful. The Huntington State Park pass and Brookgreen pass add extra value to this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful and as expected. Charming beach cottage that has been lived in with lots of memories. There was a slight scent of mold that I detected. No issue for me, but someone who is highly sensitive needs to be aware. To be expected in an old house with lots of books. That being said, it was cozy and comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Would stay again. Someone captured it well in a previous review, It felt like coming home to Grandma's house.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Thank you for the great review — we’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! I do just want to clarify. Our cottage is a well-loved historic home with original wood, books, and a tidal creek just beyond the back door, so guests may occasionally notice the natural scent of wood, paper, or salt air. The property also undergoes routine professional mold testing as part of our regular maintenance, has had several recent renovations, and is thoroughly cleaned and inspected after every stay. This guest enjoyed the full 11 days she booked with us, and we spoke with her several times during her visit. She never once mentioned any concern and even left a long, glowing entry in our guest book at departure.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn H.

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

An amazing value!

This cozy, vintage home was located so conveniently to the attractions in Murrels Inlet. We loved that it came with a pass to Huntington Beach--which we visited every day of the trip (the beach was so nice!). The garden tickets were also much appreciated (the zoo was a hit with the kids!). The house itself is very spacious for the price and my kids really liked that they each go their own bed. The views from the deck were great and even though we didn't catch any fish from the dock we had a really fun time watching all the crabs, jellyfish and birds. The location was quite and easy to get to. I can't recommend this place enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Quaint and quirky, perfect-for-us stay!

My family selected this vacation home for our stay because it was very close to Huntington Beach State Park. We enjoyed the quaint antique decor and the spacious property. The house had everything we needed (and very nice sheets/bedding as well!) along with a lovely view of the sound. When we had trouble with the keypad on the door, our hosts were prompt problem solvers. I’d certainly come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jordan was very helpful and in contact throughout the week. The house was exactly as described and very welcoming. We have our annual family trip every year around this time and our family loves the inlet and fishing. We booked this when our normal location was booked bc we had to change our normal week. Glad we found this little piece of heaven. The host was very accommodating and even though i failed to read the part ab no boats, and limited parking she went above and beyond to pacify the neighbors and being they are all family in the area it worked out. The house being a part of Murrells inlet history just made our fishing vacation that much better. It is close to everything yet far away from everything at the same time. I would recommend this place a thousand times over. However i will say dont bring a boat(kayak would have been great) dont bring very small children ( our grandson is 2 and was a joy for us but being we were over the owners downstairs im pretty sure they were glad to see us go and the house is full of antiques and decor that we had to constantly be on our toes to keep him away(spent a lot of money and time with toys to keep him busy) yet the host stil allowed us to have a great week. She offered passes,and tickets to events in the area and checked in to make sure we were enjoying our stay. Again this is a great place to relax, enjoy fishing from the pier or sitting by the inlet enjoying a fire.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

On the inlet

We truly enjoyed our stay for the most part! We loved the location on the inlet with a dock—fished from the dock almost every day, loved the hammock and chairs outside along with the breezy porch during thunderstorms. The rental is all upstairs, but that was disclosed in the listing, and no problems going up and down stairs. We also loved being so close to restaurants both within walking distance and driving distance. We used two tickets to the Brookgreens Gardens, and it was so great to see the gardens and the animals! We didn’t know how much we had been missing out! The weather was beautiful for most of the week and we had a great time using the free pass provided to Huntington State Park! The listing was mostly accurate; I would just add pictures of the two bathrooms that were very small with little to no space to put items while getting ready. The mirrors in the bedroom were helpful to put on makeup and do hair for when we went to dinner. The floors were overlooked while cleaning and they were sandy, but we swept and all was well. Overall, we had a fabulous relaxing week!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

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

Slice of Heaven - Came as Strangers - Left as Friends

This historical gem offered the most relaxing vacation you could ever imagine. From the moment we walked in, we felt right at home. The bedrooms are all large and spacious with crisp, fresh linens and comfortable bedding. The bathrooms are smaller but certainly adequate. The kitchen is loaded with anything you need to prepare and serve meals if you choose. History abounds with splashes of beach themed touches and charming decorations. We loved the screened sun porch and then the separate side porch with many places to sit and relax. Our favorite was the big comfortable cushioned chairs by the marsh. We spent mornings with our coffee and tea watching the plethora of birds singing and looking for breakfast. Fish jumping to tease them and fisherman nearby. In the evening, the lights strung throughout the trees added a magical touch with their reflection on the water. If you are looking for a hotel or condo experience this is not the place for you. But if you like the charm and history of an older and solid home with an eclectic mix of old and new, a place where you can immerse yourself in nature and truly relax, don’t pass up this magical experience for everyone of all ages. Ginger is lovely and we felt like we were kindred spirits. We loved the adorable gift and used the passes for Huntington Beach State Park - which is amazing and Brookgreen Gardens which was an incredible experience. We can’t wait to return to this very, very special slice of heaven on earth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jordan watkins

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Both natives of the area, my husband and I love everything about Murrells Inlet. We are proud to welcome guests to this historic family cottage and offer an opportunity to stay in the home of one of the founding families of this famed fishing villlage.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is nestled in a quiet, residential community, while also being within walking distance to two great restaurants and located directly on Waccamaw Neck Bike Path.

What makes this property unique

The panoramic views of the water are indescribable! Located on the southern end of Murrells Inlet, our home has views of unspoiled marshes, the inlet, and Huntington Beach State Park. While most inlet homes overlook the homes on the Garden City peninsula, our home has a unique wraparound view with no obstruction and a beautiful dock to place you right in the middle of nature.

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