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Blue Crab family vacation home

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Welcome to Blue Crab!
Rear of house with deck
Morning walk
Pool area
312 South Ocean Blvd. morning

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Surfside Beach, SC
  • Place, Surfside Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfside Dog Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden City Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Blue Crab family vacation home

'Portobello I complex is a second row complex located on South Ocean Blvd. at 3rd Avenue South in Surfside Beach. This complex offers a Shared Swimming Pool w/outside shower and landscaped grounds. Easy access over to the ocean. Home 312 accommodates 12 people and the interior features include 5 smart TVs, 1 DVD player and stereo. Outside you will find a large shared pool, covered porches. Beach access is right across the street.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
Only 7 day bookings accepted for the months of Jun
Linens are NOT included in this rental.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 864954vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 security system and a deadlock

About the area

Surfside Beach

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden City Beach and Ocean Lakes Beach, while Family Kingdom Amusement Park and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach are popular area attractions. Ripley's Aquarium and Garden City Pavilion Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Surfside Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • W.O. "Bill" Martin Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surfside Dog Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Garden City Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hudson's Surfside Flea Market - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Egg Pancake House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dagwood's Deli & Sport's Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River City Cafe - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Crab family vacation home have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Crab family vacation home?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Crab family vacation home on 29 Aug 2026 start from AU$449, 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.

Is Blue Crab family vacation home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Crab family vacation home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Crab family vacation home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Crab family vacation home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Crab family vacation home located?

Located in the heart of Surfside Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surfside Beach and Garden City Beach. W.O. "Bill" Martin Park and Fuller Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT B.

Liked: Location
Great location, great house.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for the wonderful accommodations! Hands down one of the best VRBOs I’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely one beautiful home! Decor was very tastefully done. The hosts are wonderful!! Very quick to respond to any questions we had. Location is close to the beach, restaurants, bars and shopping. We all had a great time! We will most definitely book this house again for our next trip to SC.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was hardly any toilet paper in the bathrooms. We ran out on the second day and had to buy our own. The sink in the yellow painted bathroom was almost 100% clogged. The location was great. The property had plenty of space
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2026
Every bathroom is supplied one roll, with extra rolls in the first floor bathroom. We do not supply paper goods for the stay, that is the renters responsibility. The sink has been repaired with no clogs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super responsive host. Place was as described and well maintained. Definitely would recommend for a beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2026
Thank you James! We take pride in our home away from home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruthi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Blue Crab is in a great location with easy walking distance to the Surfside Pier and surrounding restaurants. The host was very responsive and easy to work with. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here at the Blue Crab!Have stayed several years now!!!Great location near local restaurants and the pier.Thanks Jeff and Liz for another fun family vacation Lori
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have rented this house for many years and it’s always wonderful! Beautiful, perfect size for the family, and the perfect location. Thank you guys!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect location for our family trip, spacious and clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your stay, please consider us for your next vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Great Family Vacation Home

Space was great, loved the proximity to the beach, pool area was very nice, kitchen was well stocked. Would use this property again for a family trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
Thank you and please consider us for your next vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

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

Family vacation

This was the perfect house and location for our family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
Glad you enjoyed your vacation, please consider us for your next stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Rita K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, nice house
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2020
Thank you for staying with us at BlueCrab!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Great location! Owner was very responsive. The only negative I would say is the home is listed as ocean view and pictures show a view of the ocean. There is now a huge home in the way of the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth A.

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

A+++++

Great house, great owners, great area, great everything! Absolutely loved our stay! Plan on staying again if its available!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
Please do! Thank you for your kind words!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwynn L.

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

Great Vacation

The Blue Crab was perfect for our family vacation! Its across the street from the beach with very easy beach access and a very short walk to many restaurants and shops! Hope to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
Thank you Gwynn! Please consider us for your next vacation!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherry D.

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

Location was just perfect. Walking to restaurants and the pier.

We truly enjoyed our stay location was perfect for our family. Just a few things, some plug ins didn’t work and the showers had a screaming noise when you turned them on.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Shower valve was replaced in master bedroom and light switches control the wall outlets. We hope you consider us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Blue Crab Getaway

This is a prime location where you just walk across the street to the beach! We loved sitting on the front balcony in the evenings. The rooms on the back are bright at night from the lights around the pool. Bring eye masks if you prefer to sleep in the dark. We had a great family vacation with plenty of room for everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you, hope you rent with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Amazing

Beautiful beach house very good location to everything!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2024
Thank you! Looking forward to you staying with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denny D.

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

Great

Great stay as usual. Location is great. Property is nice, clean, and perfect for our family. Owner is easy to reach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you Denny!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

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

Great time, good weather!!

Overall loved it!!! Great property! I will say tho, the one picture of location shows you can see the ocean/ beach from the front porch unfortunately a GIANT house has been built there since the pictures. Loved the house! But 1st floor bedroom was really warm compared to the rest of the house, so would recommend having a fan in that room!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A.

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

Relaxing Beach Getaway with a Thoughtful Host

We had a truly relaxing week at this wonderful property. The location is unbeatable—just steps from easy beach access and a short walk to the pier and nearby restaurants. The home itself is comfortable, well-equipped, and ideal for unwinding. But what truly made our stay special was the host. They were incredibly responsive, thoughtful, and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. If you're looking for a peaceful getaway with the perfect mix of convenience, coastal charm, and outstanding hospitality, this is the place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you! Please consider us for your future vacation plans!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin H.

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

Overall a good experience.

Great location. Property can use a little love and care but still a good experience. We would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karron s.

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

Great Vacation home

This house is perfect location short walk to beach, great pool, plenty of room, short walk to great restaurants. grocery stores nearby. kitchen stocked well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Please consider us for your next stay in Surfside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great family vacation

Great house and, a great location across from the beach with a nice pool. The house has a supply of beach chairs, kid's beach toys, ice maker, coffee maker, dishwasher, pots and pans, dishes, utensils, cable TV, etc. The family enjoyed our stay and we would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
Thank you Robert! Please consider the Blue Crab for your next vacation!

About the host

Hosted by Jeff and Liz Treanor

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This is our home away from home, which is Massachusetts. We have owned the Blue Crab since 2016, and have been hosting rentals for 10 years. Many personal touches await you as we have personalized the interior with varying paint schemes, photos and furniture.

Why they chose this property

Known as the "Family beach" in South Carolina, this residence is walking distance from the beach, with restaurants, stores and the new Surfside Pier nearby. All the amenities of home await your arrival in a contemporary setting. Many updates include new smart t.v.'s in each room, new slider for the 1st floor deck, granite counter tops and updated wifi router with booster on the second floor.

What makes this property unique

Location, location and location is the short answer to what makes this home unique! Golf cart and bike rentals are a short walk away, along with a market and discount shopping. Benjamins bakery is around the corner for all your breads, bagels and cookies. Like karaoke? Neal and Pam's is the place, only a short walk on S. Ocean Blvd. Freshwater shared pool in back, walking distance to beach, fully equipped kitchen, two outside decks and parking for up to three vehicles. Murrells inlet is a short drive or UBER ride away, and the airport is an
easily accessible 10-15 min. ride.

Property does have security cameras in three common areas. 1. Under house facing street. 2. In Front stairway facing street. 3. Back porch facing rear door. These are for yours and our protection. No interior spaces are monitored.

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