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Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access

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Escape to Wayward Whims, a charming 3BR/3BA Folly Beach cottage on the 15th block of the island's East Side. With unobstructed ocean views and beach access in every direction, enjoy a relaxing stay in this home featuring hardwood floors throughout and remodeled kitchen and bathroom. The large oceanfront screened-in patio invites relaxation while high-speed WiFi keeps you connected.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access

  • Welcome to Wayward Whims, a classic 3-bedroom, 3-bath oceanfront cottage located on the quieter East Side of Folly Beach. With unobstructed Atlantic views, direct beach access, and a large screened oceanfront porch, this laid-back beach house offers an easy setting for families and groups of up to eight guests.

    The large screened porch is one of the home's standout features, giving you a comfortable place to enjoy morning coffee, ocean breezes, meals, or time together while overlooking the beach. Step outside and enjoy convenient access to the sand and ocean throughout your stay.

    Inside, the home is arranged on one level and features hardwood floors, an open living area, and a remodeled kitchen. The living room and all three bedrooms include Smart TVs, and the fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals at home.

    Located on the 15th block of Folly Beach's East Side, Wayward Whims offers a more relaxed setting away from the busier center of the island while still keeping Center Street and everything Folly Beach has to offer within easy reach. Downtown Charleston is approximately 12 miles away.

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    Bedroom 1: Queen bed, shared bathroom, Smart TV
    Bedroom 2: Queen bed, shared bathroom, Smart TV
    Bedroom 3: Four Twin beds, shared bathroom, Smart TV
    A third full bathroom is located on the ground level.
    Approximate square footage: 1,232 sq. ft.

    AMENITIES
    • Oceanfront location with unobstructed ocean views and direct beach access
    • Large screened oceanfront porch
    • Outdoor shower with hot and cold water
    • Fully equipped kitchen
    • Standard drip coffee maker; flat-bottom filters and coffee grounds are not provided
    • High-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs throughout the home
    • Washer and dryer
    • High-thread-count linens and bath towels; beach towels are not provided
    • Starter kitchen and bathroom kits, including paper products

    NOTES
    Contactless Check-In: This home is equipped with a keyless-entry system. Your door code will be provided before arrival.
    Parking: Driveway parking is available.
    Beach Equipment: Beach equipment is not provided. Any equipment already available at the property is welcome for guest use.
    Check-in: 4:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM
    You must be at least 25 years old to rent this property.
    This is a non-smoking property. Smoking is prohibited both inside and outside the home.

    PETS
    Pets are not permitted. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy animals are not service animals under Titles II and III of the ADA and are not permitted unless the property is specifically designated in writing as “pets considered” and approved in advance by our office.

    HOUSE POLICIES
    The home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood with many full-time residents. Guests must respect the surrounding community, observe the listed maximum occupancy, and keep noise to a minimum at all times.
    House parties, weddings, functions, events, bands, DJs, and similar gatherings are strictly prohibited.
    The Folly Beach noise ordinance is in effect from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Your rental agreement states that use of the property may not disturb or offend surrounding residents.
    To help protect our guests, neighbors, property owners, and the Folly Beach community, this home uses NoiseAware noise-monitoring technology. NoiseAware measures decibel levels only. It is privacy compliant and does not listen to or record conversations.
    If noise exceeds the permitted level, guests may receive a courtesy text requesting that the volume be reduced before a violation occurs. This helps prevent police violations, fines, and possible revocation of the homeowner's business license.
    The property's maximum occupancy of eight guests may not be exceeded at any time during the stay.
    If occupancy is misrepresented or a disturbance is reported at the property, we reserve the right to terminate the rental agreement and require that all guests vacate the property immediately without a refund.
    MyOceanRental is committed to the comfort of both our guests and the surrounding community. Please contact us during your stay if there is anything we can do to make your visit more enjoyable.

    This property is licensed by the City of Folly Beach for use as a vacation rental property.
    Business License: LIC012904
    Rental Registration: STR24-A0242

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park, while Patriots Point and South Carolina Aquarium are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Arena or Charleston Gaillard Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, sailing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Folly Beach travel guide
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with tall grasses and a lighthouse in the distance.
    Folly Island Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A tall, narrow lighthouse with a red and white striped pattern, standing on a pier in a body of water.
    Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve
    1 min drive - 1.3 km
  • A wooden pier extending into calm waters at sunset.
    Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • A historic building with arched doorways and columns, surrounded by lush trees and a paved sidewalk.
    College of Charleston
    21 min drive - 23.6 km
  • A wooden boardwalk with a covered pavilion and a lighthouse in the background.
    Waterfront Park
    24 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dawn Patrol Coffeehouse
    19 min drive
  • Rita's Seaside Grille
    6 min drive
  • Lowlife
    6 min drive
  • Odyssey Bottle Shop
    20 min drive
  • Chico Feo
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Folly Island Beaches and Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve. Folly River Park and Folly Beach Fishing Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Wayward Whims | Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage with Screened Porch & Direct Beach Access Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

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9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, perfect location and booking staff have excellent customer service. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property. Clean, quiet, and beach view is stunning. Well equipped, easy check in and out. Would definitely recommend and return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Fantastic and relaxing!

Beautiful home, perfect beach access, very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

kdkasler1

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

quick family getaway

great stay we loved everything about the house and location. great relaxing stay! location and area of the house was perfect out of the crowded downtown area which we really enjoyed the privacy. Felt like we had our own beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

james p.

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

Relaxing Beach Getaway

Beautiful and comfortable home right on the beach! Great location. Close to restaurants, pickle ball courts, and the Morris Island nature preserve. We enjoyed starting and ending each day by sitting on the screened in porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Hidden Gem

This property has a lot to offer and is a great little cottage right on the beach. It was clean and up-to-date and out family throughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ocean to the door

Beautiful cottage with the ocean at the back door! All amenities anyone would need. Very clean and comfortable beds! Lived our stay and will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Fantastic Beachfront Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this cute beachfront home. The home itself was perfect for our group and very clean. The screened in porch was amazing and the short walk across the private boardwalk to the beach couldn't be beat. One small cleaning issue but the management company was very quick to respond and a pleasure to work with. We would definitely stay here again... and well, plan to!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni K.

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

Beach Holiday Getaway

Our stay was so peaceful! The best part was listening to the waves as we drifted off to sleep. The house was everything you could wish for, clean, spacious and well equipped. We enjoyed the screened porch, watching the waves and especially the dolphins. A much needed recharge after a long year. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

michelle c.

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

Updated and clean

Very enjoyable and comfortable! Interior is much nicer than the exterior. Nice updates and newer furniture.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Perfect Folly Beach vacation house!

We loved the simplicity of this house directly on the beach. It was very clean and comfortable with a kitchen that included an impressive collection of cookware and dishes you don’t always find in a rental. Check-in was easy, check-out required only a few requirements. Communication texts were helpful and appreciated. And the screened porch was the perfect space to enjoy sunrises and sunsets. It was a great visit!.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andra W.

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

Fabulous place!

My sister, our spouses, and mother stayed for a long weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wayward Whims. Cozy, comfy, fully equipped, and on the beach! We had a great time, even cooked a thanksgiving feast with the well equipped kitchen. The screened porch was the best, especially since our two full days there were rainy. Very private, quiet, and off the beaten path. Such a great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Timothy G.

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

Excellent Home on the Beach

House is perfect for what it is, right on the beach. We will be back. The internet was terrible with many outages and eventually stopped working the last day. Only reason for the 4 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

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

Nice Beachfront

Clean, directly on the beach. Stocked with essentials. A little away from the center of Folly and restaurants, etc. That might be a plus or minus in your book. I liked the quiet and less traffic. Overall a nice experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Wonderful wayward whims

Great family beach week. This place is smack dab in the beach. You can enjoy it all day long with lugging the cooler and tents. Wonderful porch. It isn’t real big but works perfect for a group of 8 or less. You are away from the crowds by the pier but still an easy bike ride or short drive to center street. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Awesome

Thank you!! Beautiful home just perfect size. The views are beautiful in general loved the area.We made some beautiful memories with our grandchildren MyOceanRental: Thank you for the review! It was a pleasure hosting you and we are so happy you enjoyed the home with your grandchildren. We hope you stay with us again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard T.

Spring Trip to Folly

Wayward Whims was perfect for me . my wife and daughter ; older beach house, clean great porch unprentious just our style; very comfortable MyOceanRental: Thank you for the review! We are so happy to hear Wayward Whims was perfect for you and your family. It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope you stay with us again, next time you visit Folly Beach!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Outstanding

We really enjoyed staying at this rental. The only suggestion we have is to have a lock on the door to the bathroom and laundry room. It is a little scary going in there. Because it is so big you worry that someone may be hiding down there. A lock is a good way to keep people out. Other than that we had a really good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing Getaway

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wayward Whims. This was just what we needed after a stressful year where my family could come together from different locations and reconnect. The location was perfect for us! Out of the way from the busy areas of the Pier (which we did enjoy) and heavy traffic. The weather was perfect too even though the remnants from Hurricane Lee were still lurking out at sea. The property was as described and very comfortable for all of us. We enjoyed sitting in the screened-in porch to watch and listen to the waves. The kitchen had everything we needed and we enjoyed sitting around the living area in the evening. Our stay was perfect in every way. Thank you for making that happen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ab F.

Amazing!

Our family of three had the BEST time at Wayward Whims!! Marsh and sunset views!! Direct ocean and sunrise views!! This place felt cleaned, looked clean and had all basic amenities and more. We brought our own beach gear and had plenty of room to store it. From the super comfortable porch, we saw dolphins and out front, on the beach, we saw a horseshoe crab, numerous starfish and washed up sand dollars. Running to the lighthouse park was lovely! Our four year old even enjoyed just sitting around listening to the waves (and playing the board games)! Thanks for sharing your home and taking good care of it. From MyOceanRental: Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back and rent with us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Our granddaughter said,

Our granddaughter said, "This is the best beach trip ever!" The home is lovely with lots of updated upgrades. It sits just past the public beach access in a quiet area of the island. The pictures are true to what you get! The screened-in porch is a wonderful addition that allows one to be outside without the beaming sun and mosquitoes. A perfect spot to sit and watch the dolphins in the morning. We stayed the week of July 4th, and the beach was not crowded at all. I have already recommended this home to my sister! MyOceanRental: Thank you for the review! We are so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed Wayward Whims for your 4th of July week. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope you choose MyOceanRental for your next trip to Folly Beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Comfortable and perfectly located property

This home is right on the water. The walk to the beach is just a short deck extension off the back and the surf was ideal being so close to The Washout. The home itself was extremely comfortable. The living room area is relatively small, but the screened-in deck adds nice additional hang out room and having a whole hall along the back with three separate bedrooms and two baths really give each guest a sense of privacy. There are TVs in each room. There’s no adjoining bathroom to the master bedroom but it was never missed. There are closets and drawers in each bedroom and the kitchen was fully stocked with cooking needs including spices, aluminum foil, etc. There’s an outside shower as you come in from the beach and a full bathroom under the house, which is idea for bathroom needs without tracking sand in the house! The house smells and feels clean. It was the perfect getaway for my family if 5 (2 adults and 3 teens). Downtown Folly is about 15 blocks away, which was a fun golf cart ride. We can recommend this home enough! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a quick get a way for us just to relax and relax we did. The home was clean and ready to go and the porch was absolutely wonderful. Great, comfy furniture and relaxing on the porch was just what we we needed. Rain or shine, the porch was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view! Magnificent. A very well kept place that brought all of us a lot of joy. Everything was simply perfect. I can’t imagine a better place to feel like you are truly on the Atlantic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joni MaKayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were right on the beach with perfect views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025