The massive coastline and friendly atmosphere of Folly Beach is an ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Often referred to as the ‘Edge of America’, Folly Beach is best known for its extensive beaches, lengthy history and amazing seafood. Originally detached from the mainland, Folly Beach was a haven for pirates and its once deserted beaches were filled with shipwrecks. Due to its proximity to Fort Sumter, Folly Beach was used by Union soldiers during the American Civil War. By 1930 and with the construction of Atlantic Pavilion, Folly Beach had started to become a busy holiday destination. Nowadays, it is a popular weekend beach destination for many. If you don’t know where to stay in Folly Beach, you can try something different and opt for a stay in a vacation rental, instead of one of the numerous hotels. Keep reading to find out about the top Vrbo vacation rentals in Folly Beach, South Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 31, 2024.
1. Oceanfront home with a spacious deck (from USD 392)
This oceanfront house is perfect for large groups at 1,686 square feet (156.63 square meters). The five beds can comfortably sleep nine people, and the full-size kitchen has everything you need for meal preparation. The living room has cable television, but free WiFi is available if you prefer to stream on your devices.
Outside, you can find a spacious deck, perfect for lounging and relaxing during lazy afternoons. Since this rental is located on the oceanfront, you only have to take a short walk to enjoy swimming on the beach. Other attractions you should visit include Morris Island Lighthouse and Folly Beach County Park.
Top guest reviews
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there was plenty of living room furniture which made it great for hanging out and playing cardsfurniture in family room could also use a good cleaningrooms were clean nice linens provided adequate amenitiesCleanliness:
beach was clean and stunningthe beach is clean and beautifulhouse was clean we were able to do an early check inoverall the home was clean in good shape and in a great locationHost:
renting this property was super easy hosts were very responsive to any questions and quick to respondlocal cleaning staff checked in a couple times to make sure everything was okRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for my surfing family
great location would allow for walking to the busier areasthe good: the location of this house is awesomethe location was too close to the surf school for a peaceful family vacationthis property is in a great location
2. Colorful house near shops, restaurants, and the beach (from USD 158)
This 1,500-square-foot (139.35-square-meter) house is conveniently located off Center Street, so many of the city’s shops and restaurants are within walking distance. The beach is also just a few minutes away, allowing you to swim or sunbathe on the shore whenever you want.
In addition to its location, this property is wonderfully furnished. There are three beds, a lovely living room with cable television, and a full-size kitchen. WiFi is also provided here, so you can stream movies and shows on your phone or laptop.
If you’re driving to Folly Beach, there’s free parking for up to two vehicles on the premises.
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this house was all in all in great condition and very cleansuch a perfect place for a quick weekend or a week very clean great locationRead more reviewsLocation:
also in a great location to town and a short walk to the beacheasy walk to restaurants and barsthis was perfect for my kids and just a short walk downtown and the beach
3. Gorgeous beach house in a central location (from USD 254)
With 1,104 square feet (102.57 square meters) of space, this gorgeous beach house features two queen-size beds, perfect for small groups. The kitchen is fully equipped to prepare your favorite meals easily. The living room opens up to a screened-in porch, so there’s a lot of room for relaxing. For entertainment, there are two cable televisions and free WiFi.
Sightseeing is another activity you don’t want to miss, especially since this property is centrally located. The beaches are all within walking distance, but you can also find many other attractions, such as Morris Island Lighthouse, Stephen Washington Park, and Fort Sumter.
Top guest reviews
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house was clean and well equippedthe place was great super clean and convenient location ernie was excellent with communicationwe loved this property great location and the house was so clean and neatRead more reviewsLocation:
we love this house for the price the location is fantasticthis is a nice little beach house in a great location
4. Stylish house with two private decks (from USD 262)
Treat yourself to a relaxing, beach-filled getaway, and book this stylish house in Folly Beach. This rental is only one block away from the beach, so bring your swimsuits and other beach gear with you on vacation. You’re also near Center Street, so you can stop by many local attractions, shops, and restaurants.
Return to this house to relax when you’re done exploring for the day. You can sit back on the couch to watch something on television or stream on your phone or laptop. At night, you can lounge on one of the two private decks, sipping your favorite wine while enjoying the view of the starry sky.
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we really enjoyed the rooftop deck and the porch off of the living room for morning coffeeCleanliness:
nice and very clean housevery clean well stocked with everything we needed and tastefully decoratedRead more reviewsLocation:
very easy walk to the beachthe house was beautiful and the location to the beach and downtown was perfectthe house was beautiful and the location to the beach and downtown was perfectthis house was wonderful great location a short walk (about 1 block) to the beachthe house is an easy walk to the beach’s public access point too
5. Romantic retreat best for couples (from USD 195)
This quaint and romantic cottage under the canopy of live oak and palm trees is a perfect couple’s refuge. It is a newly furnished space that boasts a living room with large windows that exquisitely frames the lush outdoor setting. There’s an equipped kitchen where you can be your own chef and prepare homecooked meals. A day on the stretch of sand and coast is easily possible as the property sits a street back and has easy access to the beach.
After embarking on the beach, the outdoor shower comes in handy. You can leisurely spend your idle hours on the large shaded deck or the hammock and then top off every night of the stay with a restful slumber in the queen-size bed.
6. Pet-friendly apartment near the beach (from USD 188)
Staying at this charming ground-level studio apartment means being within walking distance of all the great shops in Folly Beach. Also, you’ll only be two blocks away from the pier and beach with lifeguards on duty during the summer months. Beach chairs and towels come with the booking for you to enjoy the coasts more. The property is equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen cable TV, and a queen-size bed to keep you cozy when indoors. Its kitchenette can help you with all your light meal preparations.
Do you plan to travel with your single pet? This pet-friendly property gladly welcomes your furry family member and charges a daily pet fee of 25 USD. When taking a break from the sparkling ocean beach, the fenced outdoor area is a great spot to enjoy with your furry pal.
Top guest reviews
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Very comfortable and easy we like easySecond stay at Sea-Hab and it was wonderfulwe will plan to stay in Sea-Hab againTwo blocks off of the beachEverything is prefect From location to bed and all the little extra that make you feel welcomeCleanliness:
Property was so clean and well cared for andThe room was very clean and the location was idealGreat space for 2 people staying in Folly Beach Close to the beach and restaurants Very comfortable bed very clean and charmingThe room was clean and well maintainedHost:
The host was very responsive and kind and we would definitely book againYou have been so easy to work with and did a great job by making sure that we were happyThe property manager was very kind and helpful when we had some concerns about traffic and the check-in timeThe location is excellent and the hosts are wonderfulso we only had 2 days in folly beachRead more reviewsLocation:
Several excellent restaurants and the beach in easy walking distanceIts a short easy walk to the beach restaurants and local shopsCouple of blocks to center street or the beachI liked how it was convenient to everything but tucked away from folks walking on the streetThe Sea Hab is perfectly located on the island Close to center street and all the restaurants
7. Oceanfront condo with a hot tub (from USD 250)
This is an oceanfront, top-floor condo, which offers a panoramic view of the beach. The property comes with three bedrooms, two of which have en-suite bathrooms, one of which offers a hot tub for relaxing and unwinding after a long day of sightseeing. This Folly Beach rental’s balcony is a mere two steps from the beach and provides an unparalleled view of the sea. There is a glass-enclosed balcony and another open-air balcony, both of which have excellent views of the beach.
Top guest reviews
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clean and well stocked and the beds were super comfortable very spacious and great parking as wellbeds are very comfy the unit is clean and has everything you needHost:
the property owner was a help with everything we needed to get on the island during travel restrictions5) robert was very responsive to emails and we had zero issues with the whole processRead more reviewsLocation:
in a great location can walk to restaurants and shopswe loved the close destination to towngreat location very livable with all necessities in the condo to make your stay comfortableeverything you could need was provided and the location was awesome it was hard to leaveit was a wonderful place to spend a few days while at folly
8. Spacious vacation home with sea views (from USD 226)
Sun-Sun rental is a Folly Beach vacation home that is ideal for those who want to bring their pets along with them on their vacation. The ocean is located just across the street from this pet-friendly Vrbo rental, with plenty of restaurants and shops just two blocks away. The French windows of the place open to the front covered porch, which also has a hammock. The sundeck is perfect for enjoying views of the sea, without running the risk of getting too much sun. There are four beds and a loft, which can accommodate up to 12 people, making this a great property for those travelling with a group.
Top guest reviews
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the handicapped room/washroom would certainly be appreciatedCleanliness:
the house was clean and well kept and easily accommodated all of ushouse is very well equipped (who can deny 2 blenders at the beach ) and very cleanHost:
the owner was very responsive from beginning to endyour place is very pet friendly and we were very comfortable thereRead more reviewsLocation:
really enjoyed the house and the locationthis is an ideal home and ideal location for a short or longer staythe kids thought the location was ideally suited to access the beachthe proximity to town is excellent - a quick 7 minute walkwe really enjoyed our vacation at your place
9. Beach-view rental with a sundeck (from USD 715)
This spacious, five-bedroom beach house offers private access to the beach. Also included in this Vrbo vacation rental in Folly Beach is a spacious living room, which opens its doors to the deck and its an excellent view of the beach. The outdoor patio comes complete with a hammock, making it a great spot to laze around and take in the beauty of the day. In the summer months, the sea turtles come to the backyard of the house to nest. Apart from the sundeck on the pier, there is another one on the third floor.
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(wifi for example was better than it is in my homethe beds were more comfortable than other rentals i've stayed atthe house was very warm and inviting and had plenty of room for all our guestsCleanliness:
the house was beautiful and extremely cleanturtle watch is impeccably clean melanie does an outstanding job maintaining her propertyvery clean nicely furnished and great location to folly aveHost:
melanie (owner) was just a phone call away and very responsive to any questions you may havethe owner really cares about the property and it showsthe property owner takes pride in the beautiful beach home and it showsthe owner has renovated and decorated the entire home beautifully - tasteful and the ultimate beach themeRead more reviewsLocation:
turtle watch is the perfect beach house it is located on beautiful folly beach and walking distance from townperfect location too: easy walk to town the pier and right on the beachthe location is great within walking distance to pubs and restaurants but more importantly the cleanlinessthe location is great always sorry when our week endsturtle watch was an excellent experience we went to socially distance ourselves and it was the perfect place
10. Beautiful Folly retreat (from USD 295)
This Folly Beach retreat has 2 bedrooms and the property is located very close to the beach itself. The rental comes with a fully stocked kitchen, in case you are not interested in going out for dinner. There is a large front porch, from which you can enjoy an uninterrupted view of the beach and its surroundings. The whole apartment is bright and airy and can accommodate up to 6 people at a time.
11. Ground-floor apartment with beach access (from USD 254)
Ths apartment, named Evangelyn, is a ground floor apartment that has two bedrooms. Located near the beach, this rental can accommodate up to five people at once. Cosy and comfortable, this property possesses a certain charm for your beach holiday.
Top guest reviews
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Parking is annoying though because you have to park in the mudThe only thing that would have made it more perfect is to have been able to see the beachWe went for a wedding and getting in the car with nice shoesVery clean Loved that walking was an option to all the activities in town Will be returningGreat place to stay the beach is right out your door past the dunesCleanliness:
Very clean and comfortable Nicely decorated Very quietfurniture and beds were comfortable and linens were in good condition and cleanThe unit was clean and in very good conditionThe rooms were large clean and comfortableThe house was very clean and we enjoyed our stayHost:
A quaint homey beach house Management was friendly and professional Would love to returnThe property manager was very friendly wonderfully helpful and responded very quickly to any messages We loved the easy access to the beachIt was beautiful clean and well stocked with some essentials just in case you forget somethingMany thanks for helping make our weekend so great xEDxB8x8Abut we spent most of our time out and aboutRead more reviewsLocation:
comfortable and convenient Located directly across from beach access and within walking distance to restaurants and shopsright by the beach and a very short walk to restaurants and shops Would stay againThe beach is just a short walk anda few minutes walk to townThe house is a little dated but otherwise great
12. Riverfront accommodation with a private dock (from USD 200)
If the main purpose of your visit to Folly Beach is to have some adventure, then this riverfront apartment is perfect for you. The riverfront apartment gives guests the opportunity to enjoy water sports as well as cycling. The house comes with a private dock, as well. The sunsets are best observed from the dock of the house while sipping on some wine. If you have binoculars, then you can explore the birds and wildlife surrounding the house. This property has one bedroom, which can accommodate up to four people at a time.
Top guest reviews
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furnishings overall are attractive and comfortablefacility is in good condition and we enjoyed the fast internet servicewe also enjoyed the spacious floorplan of this 1br apartment and the nice views of the marshthe apartment was perfect for our staythe kitchen was great to we like to do some cooking we had everything we neededCleanliness:
it was clean and had everything we neededwe were impressed with the cleanliness of the unitwe were both impressed with this very clean neat spacious marsh front apartmentHost:
todd was very accommodating and easy to reachRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location on the other side of the bridgegood location on james island with easy access to james island restaurantspeaceful and private close to the beach and charlestonplace was very nice enjoyed the sunset and location was perfectthe location is very private and the neighbors are also incredibly friendly
13. Luxurious oasis with an infinity pool (from USD 515)
This custom designed luxury estate is probably one of the most lavish Folly Beach vacation rentals you can rent for your holiday. The rental comes with an Infinity pool and an exclusive view of the ocean. The grand interior of the house is designed to bring sunlight from every direction. This luxurious condo can accommodate up to fourteen people at a time.
Top guest reviews
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the beds were comfortable and we enjoyed all the amenities and would definitely come backbeds were comfortable ((no complaints) and space for clothing more than adequatethe pool is great and has a full view of the waterway past the marshthe house has everything - location amenities and as a bonus a poolour grandkids enjoyed the pool as well as the games roomCleanliness:
the property was clean open and cozythe house was clean spacious and offered everything we could wantinterior of home was clean beds made and readyHost:
the management was responsive when neededhowever much we enjoyed it all there were a few comments made that the owners might wish to addressRead more reviewsLocation:
spectacular property in an amazing location: close to nature and close to the beachthis is a lovely house in a great location
14. Elegant haven with ocean views (from 840 USD)
This luxury house with eight bedrooms is perfect for a holiday with all your friends and extended family. It can also serve as the base for your dream beach wedding. The interior of the house is elegant and classy, whereas the balcony offers spectacular views of the ocean. The whole house can offer a stay to twenty-four people.
The Star of the West apartment
Price: from 840 USD
Number of Guests: 24
15. 'Atlantic hideout' on the beach (from USD 299)
This ‘Atlantic hideout’ offers excellent views of the beach and is located in the western part of Folly Beach. The three bedroom apartment comes with a large balcony that provides a grand view of west Folly Beach and Kiawah. Two of the bedrooms come with double beds, while the third bedroom comes complete with twin beds. There are also some pull-out beds and a sofa bed, which can accommodate extra people if you are planning to travel with a large group. Around 8 people total can sleep in this property at a time.
Top guest reviews
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kitchen was well stocked with amenities and loved the covered parking spotswe only needed two of the bedrooms but love that each room had a bathroomCleanliness:
condo was very clean and well appointedHost:
easy check in process and owner was communicativethe property owner is wonderful to work with; always super responsivecommunication with owner was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location short walking distance to anything you needgreat location everything was greatnice place for us to unwind and relax for walks on the beach and a short drive to charleston
Your beach vacation awaits in Folly Beach
A vacation in Folly Beach provides the promise of sea, sun, and lazing around the beaches. The several options for places to stay in Folly Beach, especially these top Vrbo vacation rentals make for a convenient and unforgettable summer escapade. In addition, the historic Charleston is just a 15-20 minute drive from the location should you wish to explore more of the town. You can check out the best seafood restaurants in Charleston and take a peek at the beach resorts near Folly Beach while you’re there. Enjoy both destinations on your next holiday!
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