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Beach nearby
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, video library

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Center Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Folly Beach

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Folly Beach cottage, you'll be steps from Folly Island Beaches and within a 15-minute walk of Center Street. Also, Folly Beach Fishing Pier is within half a mile (1 km) and Folly River Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Folly River Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Center Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Folly Beach County Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 32 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Folly Beach Crab Shack - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi!

The Island Girl' is a clean, Sweet Older Cottage which has entertained happy folks for years and has enjoyed some recent renovations and upgrades over the couple years.

The guests who have stayed with her, loved her so much, they say they wish they could stay forever. Pack a bag, throw in some flip flops, a swim suit and leave your worries behind at the Island Girl!

Located JUST ACROSS THE STREET from the BEACH (How Sweet is That?) and only two blocks from the Famous Bert's Market where you can buy anything from ice, to batteries, to organic vegetables, sushi and craft beer, the Island Girl is your key to relaxation. On the first floor, you have plenty of space to relax in the large family room, enjoy a family meal in the dining area or just relax on the screened-in porch while drinking your morning coffee. Upstairs, there are 3 nicely sized bedrooms, a full bath and entry to the sun porch which looks over the palms. Need some time away from the sun? No problem! Our backyard is nicely shaded from all of the beautiful, mature palm trees and there is even an outdoor shower to wash off the sand from your day at the beach.

At Folly Beach, you will discover the beauty and diversity of our quaint beach town! Referred to as the 'Edge of America', the town of Folly is very casual, and the locals are friendly. You will enjoy amazing sunrises and sunsets, rich history, good food, expansive beaches, and a town center pier for fishing and sightseeing. Within steps of each other on Center Street, you'll find many restaurants, from upscale to the cool dive. Seafood is always fresh and available everywhere; but no fear, for the non-connoisseur there are taco shops and burger bars. Cool shops abound. And, surfing is big here, so bring your board or sign up for a lesson.

A clean and beautiful beach, there is plenty to do at Folly with wonderful swimming, surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding, sun bathing, people watching, finding seashells, running and biking on the beach, and just doing what you want to do. Need to work off some energy after lounging at the beach? Just two blocks away is a wonderful Public Playground ,Tennis and Basketball Court.

And, if too sunburned, the charming and historic Charleston is just a short drive away. There you can enjoy some of the best restaurants on the East coast, explore the French Market, picnic at Waterfront or take a horse drawn carriage ride through the Holy City. Do some shopping on King Street, stroll through one of our beautiful museums, take a sunset cruise through the harbor or stop by one of the city's hot spots to people watch (including celebrities!)

Looking for a special or romantic weekend getaway and would like to customize your stay? No problem! We would be happy to have a chilled bottle of champagne, fresh flowers, chocolate dipped strawberries or whatever you wish, waiting for you when you arrive. Give us a call and we would be happy to make the arrangements!

Property manager

Neil Van Aalst

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed only outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed only outside.

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! to the airport?

This cottage is 21.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! to the beach?

This cottage is a short 2-minute walk from Folly Island Beaches and 2 mi (4-min drive) from Folly Beach County Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! to downtown Folly Beach?

This cottage is 0.5 mi away from Folly Beach.

Adorable Folly Beach Cottage! 1 Block to Beach! Super Location! Free WiFi! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kory L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We loved this little place when we stayed here in 2022, but it has gone way downhill since then. It was very dirty, with old food hiding behind and underneath furniture, stains all over furniture and a nice layer of dirt and food crumbs in the couch cushions that my kids found of course. Mold in multiple places and I had to vacuum and scrub the stairs. We found two cockroaches, one dead and one alive. The microwave door handle is broken and the top back door doesn’t lock. The front door looks like it has been kicked in a couple times and the back door bottom threshold is not attached, so when it moves out of place it leaves a nice gap between the door and floor. With the holes in the walls and carpet, and the grime that literally goes from floor to ceiling, this place has become a dump. I do not recommend this place for families, especially with young children. The pros..location is absolutely wonderful (we were able to walk everywhere), management did refund us a portion of our stay due to the unacceptable state of uncleanliness, and management did come fix the AC quickly when it went out. I hope this place can be restored back to what it was. I wouldn’t not stay here again unfortunately and will have to find a different place on Folly for next time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location just a few steps from the beach with an access path next to the house. Well stocked kitchen and plenty of room for 3 couples. The host was great to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very good location. Definitely a old house with foundation problems but everything stayed in good maintenance. Would not recommend for people over 65 or physically handicapped because of steps inside. Beds were ok. Sheets were nice and clean. Hvac worked perfectly!! Good equipped kitchen. Refrigerator was ok. Bathrooms were very clean little small but manageable..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Folly at Folly

ISLAND GIRL was overall a nice place to spend our family vacation. The living room furniture could use some updating, and the outside of the cottage needs to be cleaned, especially the deck railings ( up and down ).We were disappointed that there were no board games as listed.On the bright side, the beds were very comfortable and it is located in a very quiet area. We had a nice visit to Folly and would recommend ISLAND GIRL.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

samson s.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in Folly

Had a wonderful girls trip in Folly! Island Girl is in a wonderful location, very convenient to Bert’s, Center Street, and the beach! We had a very comfortable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great stay

Great location near the beach! My family enjoyed the house and had no issues during it stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

MARITA K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very good

No complaints
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Stay at Island Girl

We enjoyed out stay and the property is exactly as listed. We were close to everything of interest to us and the beach access is a short 1 1/2 block walk. This place is neither overdone or underdone, it was perfect for our purposes. We were also pleased with the ease of communication with the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Generation get away

Love the walk to the beach. Enough sleeping room. Two Porches to hang out on. Fun trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful family vacation

The children and I had a lovely vacation! The house was the perfect size for us and located within walking distance of everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Tara S.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Angie H.

House was like a frat house

The house was very old and the floors are not even and mini steps that we tripped over several times. The back yard was black dirt where we had to wash off when coming in from the beach and tracked in the house. I sweeped floor every day of course. It may be good for younger folks. But was not for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage for my family!

We really enjoyed our stay there at the Island Girl cottage. The location could not be more perfect. It was fully stocked with extra towels and pillows. The initial check in was little unclear at first but the owner reached out to me by phone to ensure we got in ok, which I thought was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marissa F.

great beach getaway

Island Girl was great. Perfect 2-minute walk to the beach. The only thing that I suggest is adding more beach towels. Listing says plenty, but there were only 2. When traveling via plane, it was nice not to have to bring them, but disappointed when there were not enough. besides that, great little cottage to relax at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location but house needs a good cleaning and maintenance.

The location is the best part of this home. It is walkable to the beach and restaurants. House was quite dirty. The floors turned our feet and socks brown. The couch had broken down cushions. Mattresses were in bad shape. Many dishes were dirty and the handle to the fridge was broke off. It is such a great location but I would not stay here again unless it had some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness

delightful

comfortable, well-appointed and equipped, conveniently located, all around great. One caveat: not for those with mobility issues--steep steps to 2nd floor bedrooms and some steps up and down in living area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

IG stay

The pictures and the real thing were different. The lower porch was totally unusable. Granted, it had rained but with all the trees, that porch never dried enough to use it and the top one was overgrown with the trees and both needed power washed really bad as did the rest of the house. The pictures of the steps in the back were obviously taken just after the steps were built. The cleaning crew missed a lot by not moving furniture. Dressers had broken drawers. The carpets need cleaned or just ripped out. It was furnished with everything we needed inside as far as the kitchen, plenty of sitting room in the living room and table and chairs to play cards or games on. It was a good spot for the beach tho, not too far and an easy walk. It isn't too far from the stores either. It was a safe neighborhood. It just needs a really good cleaning and fresh paint and it'll be a nice house. Also, lots of steps in the house, definitely not for anyone handicapped. The outside shower needs a new deck on it. One of the couples said that their mattress would make them roll to the middle of the bed and the couch needed cleaned or recovered. Toilet seats were all loose and the beach chairs were rusted out and not usable. Washer and dryer worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fall vacation

We had a great family vacation. Kitchen well stocked with various sized cookware. Entryway room was amazing for storing our things and leaving our shoes in so we didn't have sand in the whole house! Beds were comfortable! Hosts were very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melony F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend!!

Island Girl was literally the perfect place to stay to enjoy our vacation! The house was perfect and the check in process was very simple. We were one block away from the beach and within walking distance of town. This house and location was absolutely perfect! We will be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne T., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

We are in love with Island Girl!!

Such a great time!! We stayed for ten days and found nothing wanting. The cottage has everything we needed to enjoy breakfast on the deck and days at the beach. Check in was so simple and the property manager answered all questions within minutes of us asking them. The cottage is clean, roomy and just plain old fun!! Just a two block walk to the beach and 5 blocks to downtown. Loved the bo-ho style of the area, the great food at all the restaurants, and the cheery dispositions of all the employees. We ate dinner at one of the restaurants every night and enjoyed them all. Couldn't pick a favorite because all the menus were different and each place had it's own vibe. We have future plans to return to Folly Beach and Island Girl. We definitely recommend that others pick this house for a memorable vacation.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location!

Great location with close proximity to the beach and Central Street in Folly. House was perfect size for family of 4 with everything we needed for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Place

The Island Girl was perfect for a week away with my husband and 6 year old. Well stocked, very clean, great backyard, superb location. Owner was very responsive. Only downside is, it’s not quiet. It’s a busy street and you can hear everything. The price to pay for fantastic location! Would recommend and would visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island girl getaway

We had a fantastic girls weekend at the island girl . We loved the relax atmosphere of Folly Beach and the short walk to the beach . It was an easy drive into Charleston for sight seeing and then returned to enjoy a laid back dinner in Folly. The owner was quick to respond with any questions and issues we had. We would definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019