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El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!

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A two-story beachfront house with a wooden deck leading to the entrance. - El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! (Folly Beach)
A spacious living room with a large blue sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the ocean through large windows. - El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! (Folly Beach)
A wooden deck with white chairs, a glass-enclosed room, and a view of the ocean. - El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! (Folly Beach)
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and teal chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows. - El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! (Folly Beach)
A coastal property with a beach view, featuring a large house with a balcony and a smaller house nearby. - El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! (Folly Beach)
El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!

  • BR 1: King, BR 2: Double & Twin, BR 3: Double & Twin Bunk Bed; Sleeps 8, Several decks & screen porches, Direct beach access, Each room with bathroom access, Folly Beach

    Beachfront House with Ocean Views from Every Room! Steps to the Sand

    All reservations will receive $250 credit toward VayK Life beach gear rentals! *applies for stays 3-21 nights only

    El Mar, which translates to “the sea”, is the name of this gorgeous beachfront home just waiting to assist in making the best memories. All bedrooms face the ocean, so each guest enjoys a spectacular ocean view and the ocean's lullaby in the evening. Direct access to the beach means you'll be on the sand in no time. Families and groups of friends will love hanging out together in this home, decorated in calming coastal blues and whites with the occasional punch of teal (check out the stairs!).

    Gather around the farmhouse table in the dining area that comfortably seats 10 to 12 people and plan your next adventure, host a game night, or share a meal. A fully stocked kitchen and ample breakfast bar will make mealtime as easy as the ocean breeze and an outdoor-charcoal-grill is also available for more casual meals. Hang out together in the super-plush living room, set up with plenty of comfortable seating and enough fish art to please any seashore fan. There's also a terrific view of the ocean and outside deck, thanks to the eight-foot windows built to bring in natural light. Central air conditioning will make sure the heat doesn't sneak in from outside. Head out onto the wide deck to grill up your catch, recline on the Adirondack chairs, or play a game of cards in the covered, screened-in porch. Did we mention that there's also direct beach access via a built-in deck? Because there absolutely is.

    Comfort awaits you at day's end as each bedroom and bath offers an oasis of its own. The first bedroom lies just to the left as you come through the front door (just past the octopus-themed bathroom). This first bedroom features a king bed, a big-screen TV, and a private entrance to a comfortable furnished screened-in patio that connects to the main deck. This main bedroom is right across the hall from a lovely full bathroom that features double sinks, wall-to-wall tile flooring, tile wall accents, a garden tub, and a handheld showerhead.

    Head upstairs (while taking an obligatory peek through the window on the landing) and head to the right to reach the second bedroom. This room features one twin bed, one double bed, a private furnished deck, TV, and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower. The loft on this floor features a twin-size daybed with a twin trundle bed in case you need an extra sleeping spot. There's also a desk workspace, perfect for if someone needs to complete remote work or school (don't worry, there's a curtain you can draw for privacy). The final bedroom is at the end of the of the overlook. This room features a twin-over-twin bunk bed set, a double bed, a big-screen TV, and a lovely private furnished deck. The bathroom is just next door, which features hardwood-style flooring, a standalone shower with a glass partition, and bead board-style wood paneling, perfect for helping little ones find their way in the dark.

    Go into the Folly Beach downtown area, just 8 blocks away, to wander through local shops, markets (seasonal & holidays), listen to live entertainment, and eat at one of our local restaurants. All restaurants and shops are open year-round. Get out on the water to take a fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, shelling, or dolphin watching tour from a licensed guide. Surfing lessons are available through several companies and instructors. Find the local and tourist favorite, the Morris Island Lighthouse beach at the far east end of the island for wow-worthy photos!

    Just a short, 25-minute drive will have you to historical, downtown Charleston to enjoy all of the charm that the Holy City has to offer. Here you will experience world-class dining, swanky boutiques, souvenir shopping along The Market, harbor views from The Battery and Waterfront Park, theater, comedy clubs, museums, grand churches, history, carriage and ghost tours, plus so much more. Customize your memorable trip to this historical city. Take the kids to the Children's Museum and the South Carolina Aquarium. Immerse yourself and the family in the Southern culture.

    There is parking for 4 vehicles in the driveway area. Additional vehicles must find off-street parking where available and follow the City of Folly Beach rules. Uber and Lyft are very scarce on the island, please plan your transportation accordingly. Check-in is at 4:00pm and check out is at 10:00am.

    Amenities include full size washing machine and dryer, modern kitchen appliances, central heat and air conditioning, free WIFI, $250 beach gear credit, keyless entry, linens, towel sets, charcoal grill, outdoor shower, and TVs. Fireplace is not for guest use. A starter amenity kit for bathrooms and kitchen are provided that guests replenish as they need.

    El Mar is a non-smoking property. No pets are allowed. We provide 24-hour on-call staff for maintenance emergencies. No gatherings allowed that exceed the maximum occupancy of the home. Must be 25 years old or older to rent. Please contact us if you have any questions, or need assistance booking. Our local, knowledgeable staff is here to help. We hope to see you soon on Folly Beach!

    **HOUSE SUPPLIES**
    This property is managed by a property management group. We provide a complimentary starter amenity kit to get you settled. Guests are responsible for replenishing supplies as needed during their stay.
    Two rolls of paper towels, 1 sponge, 1 dishwashing liquid, 3 trash bags, 3 dishwasher tabs, and 2 kitchen towels in the kitchen. Each bathroom will have 2 toilet paper rolls and at least 1 bar of soap. Full bathrooms additionally include kits with travel size products: 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 1 lotion bottle, and 2 makeup wipes

    Folly Beach Business License #LIC008126

    PAYMENT NOTE: Unfortunately, we are not able to accept payments via Affirm. Affirm is not able to transfer funds for your reservation in accordance with our payment guidelines.

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About the area

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Charleston Music Hall and Charleston City Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, or consider a night out at Historic Rice Mill. Kayaking, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. 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 - 0.1 km
  • A pier extending into calm waters with a sunset in the background.
    Center Street
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • A wooden pier extending into calm waters at sunset.
    Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The Charleston City Market with a sign indicating it was established in 1807.
    Charleston City Market
    20 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Folly River Park
    2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station
    30 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dead Low Coffee
    19 min walk
  • Rita's Seaside Grille
    3 min drive
  • Loggerhead's Beach Grill
    3 min drive
  • Chico Feo
    18 min walk
  • Lowlife
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! located?

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

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Reviews

El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! It had everything you could ever need as amenities. The location and view were incredible. We look forward to renting this location again.
Sunrise from El Mar.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

This is our second stay at this property. Some upgrades were noticed! Still have a slow sink in the upstairs bathroom but overall you can’t beat this place. Right on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous week at the shore!

We had the best time here. The spaces all worked so well for us. Every bed room had its own outdoor space. The view was spectacular. All the furnishings were comfortable and well maintained. The table was huge and perfect for puzzles. We loved the distance to town and walked for all our meals. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to escape to and enjoy the beach!

We loved staying at this house. The location was great, not too far from town but far enough to be away from the crowds. Wonderful desks at the house to sit out and enjoy the ocean. Plenty of space and many of the furnishings were nice quality. Struggled with the checkin process as we never received an email with the details and a call to the property management company did not result in the info. We had to call Vrbo and they called the property management company.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A+++++

We were very pleased with this beach rental. Our family uses VRBO often and this rental is one of our favorite listings. The beach house was clean and had almost every amenity you could possibly need. The kitchen was well stocked, the starter products (toilet paper, dishwashing soap, shampoo and soap, etc) were more than plenty for our 3 day stay. The check in and check out procedures were easy to follow. We had 6 adults and 5 children and the home had plenty of room for everyone. You will not be disappointed with this beach house rental. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean , kitchen well stocked and beds comfortable. The view and deck was wonderful. We enjoyed our stay and would consider booking again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable home with incredible beach front location. Ocean view from every room!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of indoor/outdoor space. Great location- 20 minute walk to all the restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay. We were a group of guys on a golf trip. Was perfect to pop down to the beach or walk to town (1 mile, we didnt get a golf cart). I would recommend for families as well. plenty of space and easy access to everything. property was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. Clean, quiet and beautiful access and view of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Everything is focused on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean views from all rooms of the house! The kitchen was very well stocked. We loved having a separate ice machine. All beds were comfortable and plenty of bath towels were provided. The porch and balconies were really nice. We loved the house & hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed a week with family, 5 adults and 2 children.It was great! Rooms all nice and spacious and bathrooms were too. The only thing I would change is the porch and bridge leading to the beach. The wood was getting kind of old (as I’m sure it all does with the salt air) enjoyed our week so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July 4th Family Vacation

Great property and location for a family vacation. Incredible non-stop views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. Family room and kitchen excellent for family gatherings. Bedrooms, sleeping spaces, and bathrooms set up very nicely for comfort and flexibility. Loved being able to have short walk from the back porch to the ocean for a swim or corn hole game, and then easily return to relax and soak in the sun with the family on the 3 different porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, location!!!

Wonderful stay on Folley beach. House was clean an comfortable. Bathrooms a bit dated (1980's) but only matters if you care about such things. Direct access to beach is excellent for taking a dip in the sea anytime. Board walk to beach over due for a rehab could use a bit of refurb, be careful of exposed screws. Screened in porches could use a bit of TLC for detached screens. Overall a fantastic spave for a beach vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Porch still needs updating several of us got splinters. Coffee pot is not good(cheap). kitchen was spacious and nice as were the bedrooms and baths. Ice machine is a big plus to have at the beach! The view is awesome, and porch is very nice. The grill is sad, maybe replace it with usable one. It’s an old beach house but it met our needs nicely. We would definitely rent it again. Great parking for everyone. Having a surf camp right in front of us was hard. 50 plus kids surfing or trying to for 4 hours every day cramped our beach front time. I wish they would choose a different spot each day so no one is inconvenienced everyday for a week.Overall it’s very nice just a few things I would fix if possible.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location

Torn Screens and Broke AC

Upon arrival immediately noticed all the screens on the multiple porch areas were torn. Property blamed passing Hurricane for damages however no other property in the same stretch displayed any similar damage. AC unit did not function correctly the entire stay, and seemed to completely stop working the evening before our departure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024