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‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean!

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2 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Beach nearby
Exterior
TV
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean!

Palm trees and fresh ocean air set the scene at this elevated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home! Tucked away on a quiet residential street, 'The Bird House' offers a dream-like interior with high ceilings, an open floor plan, and ample natural light. After a day of exploring downtown Charleston and perusing Historic Charleston City Market, freshen up with a relaxing soak in the claw-foot bathtub. Later, head out for a sunset stroll along Folly Beach's scenic shoreline, located just a few blocks away!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Elevated Balcony | Claw-Foot Tub | Central Location

With the pier, town, and sandy stretches all just a short walk away, this unique beach retreat will serve as the perfect home base for you and your fellow beach-goers during your Folly Beach getaway!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 3 Twin Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Walk to Folly Beach, access to walking trails
INDOOR LIVING: High ceilings, open floor plan, natural lighting, indoor hammock, desk, Smart TV w/ cable, laptop-friendly workspace, dining table, 1,200 sq ft
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, high-top breakfast bar, tea kettle, toaster oven, full knife set, french press, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, ice maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, hair dryer, iron/board, hangers, central heating & A/C, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, trash bags, paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, steep stairs required to enter, steep interior stairs, both bedrooms on 2nd floor, bedroom 2 accessed through bedroom 1
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

FOLLY BEACH: Folly Beach (walking distance), Folly River Park (0.5 miles), Folly Beach Boat Ramp (0.6 miles), Folly Beach Pier (0.6 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Folly Beach County Park (2.5 miles), Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve (3.6 miles), James Island County Park (8.3 miles), Fort Sumter National Monument (11.8 miles), Patriots Point (15.9 miles), Magnolia Plantation and Gardens (20.2 miles), Francis Marion National Forest (42.5 miles)
CHARLESTON: Charleston RiverDogs (10.8 miles), College of Charleston (10.9 miles), Marion Square (11.2 miles), The Charleston Museum (11.5 miles), Historic Charleston City Market (11.7 miles), Gibbes Museum of Art (11.9 miles), The Battery (12.1 miles), Rainbow Row (12.1 miles), Waterfront Park (12.2 miles)
DINE + DRINK: Lost Dog Cafe (0.4 miles), The Crab Shack (0.5 miles), Taco Boy (0.5 miles), Rita's Seaside Grille (0.6 miles), Snapper Jacks (0.6 miles), Loggerhead's Beach Grill (0.7 miles), California Dreaming (10.4 miles), Marina Variety Store Restaurant (10.6 miles), Toast (12.0 miles), Pearlz Oyster Bar (12.1 miles), Magnolias (12.1 miles), Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar (12.3 miles), Charleston Crab House (12.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Charleston International Airport (21.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires a steep exterior staircase to enter. An additional steep/narrow interior staircase is required to access both bedrooms on the 2nd floor
- NOTE: Bedroom 2 is accessed through Bedroom 1

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster oven
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Chic Folly Beach Haven With Deck - Steps to Ocean! Folly Beach
440302

About the neighborhood

Map
Folly Beach, South Carolina

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 4 min walk
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 11 min walk
  • Folly Beach County Park - 8 min drive
  • College of Charleston - 18 min drive
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 31 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Famulari's Pizzeria Brewpub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lowlife Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bohemian Bull - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly Beach County Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

‘The Bird House:’ Lush Bungalow, Steps from Ocean! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ervin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Folly beach stay
Awesome little house very friendly host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Our stay was good however there was a lot of rain that week. The outdoor stairs were very slick and my daughter fell and was injured. I suggest you add traction strips to the stairs to avoid future falls.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spring beach house
Perfect for a couples retreat! This house is four blocks away from the beach and within walking distance of several bars and restaurants. Park your car and do t move it for a week. The steps - inside and outside - are legit steep, and the bedroom above is truly in the trees - you’ll hear birds all morning long. A quiet residential street and outdoor porch are a bonus. I wouldn’t put anyone but young kids in the other bedroom - you have to walk through the main bedroom and the three twins are in attic space/low ceilings with not a ton of airflow aside from the mobile AC there. Main shower is on the main/bottom floor. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamatha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, sparse amenities
The Birdhouse sits on a quiet street just a short walk to the beach and all of the fun places to visit on Folly Beach. I loved waking up to the sounds of birds chirping, you could hear the waves at night and the bed/linens were wonderful. It is a clean house and was comfortable enough, though lacking in some important amenities for the price. For instance, the incredible deck has four dining chairs and table but only one (old, dirty) chair for lounging. We moved a bed blanket outside to wrap up in in the evening and pillows to turn the dining chairs into ottomans. Any products in the home are there only because a former guest left them there - no body wash, a tiny bit of leftover shampoo, random bottles of sunscreen and aloe. They also did not provide any beach chairs or towels - I rented a chair and umbrella from Folly Beach Chair Company and they set up right next to the 4th St E public beach access point which was lovely...though I thought for the price of the home, I wouldn't have to also rent a chair! Lastly, the stairs to the second floor are steep and uneven - we were relieved not to have little ones with us or elderly parents. If you have the slightest of mobility issues, this is not the spot for you. Not sure we would rent this house again, but grateful for our time there!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

bernadette d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Bird House
We really enjoyed our stay at the Bird House. It was very cozy with thick, fluffy towels, soft sheets and comfy beds. The kitchen was challenging for people who love to cook for themselves rather than eating in restaurants all the time. The stairs leading to the upstairs can be hard to navigate. The location in Folly is great but the no see ums are too friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little Getaway
My husband and I enjoyed our stay at The Birdhouse. It was walking distance to any point on the island. The house itself was adorable, and we had everything we needed from towels to dishes to laundry detergent to room to work remotely. The stairs are definitely steep and need to be used carefully, but we had zero issues going up and down those stairs multiple times a day (including after a night of drinking on Center Street). The numerous windows provided ample light and warmth on the chillier mornings. Thanks for a great week in Folly!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
The house was beautiful! Perfect for a small group of friends looking for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Shannon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Spot in a Great Town
Nicely kept, well appointed hideaway easy walking distance from town, restaurants, and the beach. The space worked well for our group of two adults and 2 older teens. 2nd bedroom (accessed through the first) tended to get stuffy since the window in there did not open, and the stairs up to the 2nd floor were a little precarious even for our pretty athletic group. These were minor negatives in an overall great place. The kitchen had everything we needed to put together a pretty impressive little thanksgiving feast. The rustic/cozy vibe was great and we loved the extra touch of the turntable and cinyl records. All in all a great spot for a little getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location getaway
Overall, everything was great with this house. It was clean and had a great vibe. I never heard from anyone on the management side, but had no issues. I would suggest that a deep clean be done, the washer was moldy and mildewed so we could not wash our clothes as planned. That was a huge bummer....
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for the family
Would stay again. Great location and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
When can we come back?
We had an amazing time staying at The Birdhouse. A beautiful, unique accommodation with everything we needed for an effortless stay. J enjoyed coffee on the deck in the morning. The house was cool, despite the 100 degree outside temps. Communication with owner was very prompt. The bed was very comfortable. Folly Beach was a charming beach town that we will visit again… and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure in the trees
The whole family had a wonderful time, better than any hotel stay could have provided. Intend to go back in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The Birdhouse was in a great location. A three minute walk to the beach and five or six minute walk to restaurants to shops. A cute house that had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sierra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
My husband and I stayed here for a week on vacation and we loved it! The house was beautiful and was a very quick walk to the beach, and a fast walk into town. We enjoyed drinking coffee every morning on the patio, and spending the day biking around the island. The house was very clean, everything worked great, and we had no issues. Very quiet neighborhood too! We will definitely stay here again if it’s available when we come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracy d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the stay and unique character of the birdhouse.
Enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable!
We loved it here. The place is so cute! It was well-supplied with kitchen items, towels, linens, etc. Very short walk to beach and downtown area. The only issue for someone with bad knees would be the stairs, which are a little tricky.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had an amazing time at the the Birdhouse! What a unique and charming place to spend a week at the beach with our kids. Bathtub was perfect for rinsing off every night, kitchen was barebones but fine. Very cozy. Living room couches weren’t the most comfortable but reclining chairs were very nice to watch movies/morning cartoons. Kids in awe of the bunk room, can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird house fun
Great little house near all that is needed in Folly. Country store and beach just short walks away. We had no issues speaking and collaborating with the owner. Was a great experience by our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay
We truly enjoyed our week - this property was just right for our family of 4. We enjoyed being able to walk to downtown restaurants, the beach and the town park. The owners were wonderful and responsive to our questions and easy to reach. We would definitely recommend the Bird House to others!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We Will Be Back!
The Bird House was exactly what we needed to escape the snow and enjoy a weekend on Folly. Our young kids thought they were in a tree house and we couldn’t have loved the house and location more. We’ve already recommended this place to our friends and family. A few things to be aware of: 1. For those with kids or bad knees, there are a lot of stairs both to get in the house and the second floor. 2. There isn’t a dishwasher, so bring disposables to cut back on hand washing. 3. The secondary bedroom is accessed through the master (great for kids). 4. Wendy was a text away and very helpful with checking in. Can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Great place to stay and owner was a delight to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Birdhouse
We had a great week at the Birdhouse. It was cute and the location was great. It was 5 shorts blocks to the beach (5-7 mins) and a 15 minute walk to town. It was peaceful and enjoyable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on Folly Island!
The Birdhouse was a great place to stay for our family. Just the right vibe for a beach getaway. We really enjoyed the warm, relaxed and reclaimed feel of the house. The home was very clean, well appointed with everything we needed and a very short, safe, easy walk to the beach. The location and charm of Folly Island’s laid back made for a great spot to kick back and enjoy the beach, unplug while still exploring the downtown Charleston area. We truly had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy
A very fun, and lovely place to stay during your vacation to Folly Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property and quiet.
Fun tree house feeling and great location with an easy four blocks to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020