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TV, DVD player, stereo
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8206 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Center Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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

5 Min Walk to Beach & Berts! Relax in this Pet & Family Friendly Home with Wrap-Around Deck.

Welcome to the "SHELL STATION HOUSE” in Folly Beach, South Carolina! Shell Station House is a dog-friendly home that is perfect for families wanting a comfortable & relaxing Folly Beach vacation house that is walkable distance to the beach (4 blocks) and the restaurants & shops on Center Street (1.5 blocks). This house features a wrap-around deck with teak dining furniture, a screened-in porch, a spiral staircase connecting the three floors of the home, cheerful beachy-themed decor and a family room with board games, large screen TV and plenty of room for your kids to play. Built in 1976, this eclectic charmer has even been the inspiration for a famed photographer whose photos are featured in a book about Folly Beach! Best of all, the Shell Station House is surrounded with lots of lush trees & shrubs and is a quick walk to Bert's Market, Folly Beach's 24/7 convenience store.



Just 15 miles from downtown Charleston, Folly Beach is its own universe - with its own sense of time, enjoyment, and a laidback, family-friendly energy that has earned it the lifelong affection of locals and visitors alike. Its wide beaches, solid surfing, eclectic neighborhoods and community of locally-owned restaurants and shops make it the perfect place in which to revel, relax, and reconnect.



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SHELL STATION HOUSE (sleeps 8):



Primary bedroom (located on the home's 2nd floor)

- King bed

- Night stands with reading lamps

- Dresser

- Rocking chair

- TV

- Ceiling fan



Guest bedroom (located on the home's 2nd floor):

- Queen bed

- Night stands with reading lamps

- Remote-controlled wall unit for air conditioning & heat

- Sliding door access to the porch

- Wonderful amount of natural light through three walls of windows & glass doors



Guest bedroom (located on the home's 3rd floor):

- Full bed

- Night stand with reading lamp

- Ceiling fan

- En suite half bathroom



Basement level family room:

- Two full-sized sleeper sofas

- Big screen TV

- Fireplace

- Board games

- Bathroom with tiled walk-in shower.



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HIGHLIGHTS:



- Terrific back deck with outdoor dining table and gas BBQ grill



- Family room with seating area, foosball table, arcade & more.



- Fully stocked kitchen with refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, sink & coffee maker!



- Washer & dryer in the basement.



- Beach towels & beach gear (chairs, cooler, beach toys, etc.) available for use!



- WIFI



DOGS CONSIDERED, DOG FEES MAY APPLY, PLEASE INQUIRE. Cats are NOT permitted.



Please note the home next door is undergoing renovations. We do not manage the home next door or have any control over their renovations.



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Guests enter the Shell Station House by walking up the exterior stairs to the deck and front door. Once you enter the front door, you will find the kitchen; a fireplace & dining area that comfortably seats 6 people; a living room with TV; patio door access to the screened-in porch; the primary bedroom; a guest bedroom with sliding door access to the deck; and a bathroom with walk-in shower. Guests then use the centrally-located spiral stairs to climb to the third floor loft & guest bedroom with en suite half bathroom or reach the family room, bathroom (with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower) and laundry room on the basement level of the home. Please note guests must be able to navigate the spiral staircase. Off-street parking on the driveway for up to 3 cars is included in the rental rate.



City of Folly Beach Business License # LIC002447



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For TV apps, personal subscription(s) required.



Fireplace is not available for guest use.



NO SMOKING. Tenant must be 25 years old. NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME. You may not exceed the maximum occupancy at any time — day or night. These are causes for eviction with no refund, and may damage our ability to offer the home for future guests exposing you to liability. This is a residential home -- please be respectful of our neighbors.



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Guests staying at all iTrip Charleston managed properties receive the following:



* Amenity pack, starter set of soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, make up wipes, paper towel, toilet paper, dish soap, sponge, dishwasher & laundry detergent tabs.



* All beds ready made with freshly laundered sheets & towels.



# WE DO NOT LIST ON CRAIGS LIST #

DOGS CONSIDERED, DOG FEES MAY APPLY, PLEASE INQUIRE. Cats are NOT permitted.

Book with confidence! We are Charleston & Hilton Head’s highest rated and most responsive large vacation rental agency. We have hosted over 40,000 great stays with an average guest review score of 4.9 out of 5!



Guests under the age of 25 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.



Bookings are refundable up to 30 days prior to check in less a $200 Admin Fee. No refunds within 60 days. No refunds for travel, weather or other delays. Please purchase travel insurance.



We offer rental guests the right to participate in a limited damage waiver program.



All reservations subject to CLEAR ID security checks, completion of guest and car registration information and confirmation of understanding of all noise, parking and trash ordinances.



Please keep A/C temperature above 70F for optimal comfort. It is recommended to set it at 72F. Remember to keep doors and windows closed to maintain a cool home and keep bugs out. Fridges may take 24 hrs to cool when loaded after cleaning.
This vacation home's beach location gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Folly Island Beaches. Laundry facilities and an arcade/game room are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a washer/dryer in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes horse riding/rentals
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Folly Island Beaches and 3 minutes by foot from Center Street
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,220 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
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.

Property is also known as

2642

5 Min Walk to Beach & Berts! Relax in this Pet & Family Friendly Home with Wrap-Around Deck. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 181 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house in a great location. Communication was clear, check-in and check-out were easy. Worked well for our family, especially having space for the kids to play.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

Re: what a wonderful home away from Home

We had another excellent stay at the Shell house on Folly Beach. We have stayed here twice before, and always enjoy the well stocked kitchen. The comfortable beds and bedding! The quiet home nestled among the trees within walking distance of many restaurants shops and groceries
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Folly was Fun!!

We had a really nice time. Location was great- beach was close. Residents were so friendly and it was great our dog could walk on lease on the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Great place to stay while visiting the beach.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at shell station. Everything was nice and orderly and had all the amenities we could ask for.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay at Folly Beach and the house was perfect for our family of 5. The beach, the pier, and all the shops and restaurants were only a couple minutes walk away!! We are already looking forward to next year!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, and great location. My kids loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRANK C.

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

Foley beach vacation

Great location for access to beach and stores. Quiet neighborhood. Easy parking. House great layout for a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accomodations. Our kids enjoyed the board and arcade games. Very short walk to the beach. Great communication leading up to and during the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, short walk to the beach, shops/dining and marsh… excellent communication with manager. Beds were comfortable. Met all of our needs for a quick 2 night stop. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

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

Fun 4th of July!

Great home and location. Very attentive management.Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

great house!

the house was perfect for me and my family. We loved walking to town
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

HK

Lovely Charming Folly Beach. Warm, friendly people. Beautiful nature to appreciate, so wonderful to relax and have fun.

Lovely Charming Folly Beach. Warm, friendly people. Beautiful nature to appreciate, so wonderful to relax and have fun.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Wonderfully charming and close to the beach. Was a pleasure to stay, will be back again!

Wonderfully charming and close to the beach. Was a pleasure to stay, will be back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and space! The management team was very responsive and offered to bring a broom, though we made the vacuum work, but appreciated their offer and willingness to add to the home. It could use a deep clean but overall felt good for a beach house! Neighbors and locals were awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Family Trip

The house was perfect for 5 adults and an 11 year old and 2 dogs. We all had plenty of space to spread. The house was a short walk from the beach and all the restaurant and shops. It was a perfect place to stay - the 11 year old enjoyed the games in the lower level. Great trip and would definitely recommended the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Love the house!

We had an absolutely wonderful time, the house was awesome and our host, Steven, provided us with everything we needed. The talk of the trip was the beautiful wrought iron spiral staircase in the middle of the house. The general consensus is that the house was built around the staircase. Pretty cool!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Weather was perfect. House was centrally located to downtown, beach and Berts. Upon check in we were told there was a detour on the road which we later found was due to long planned drainage project. Construction from 8 amup to 7 pm in front of the house. I am sure if youy stay you will enjoy this place. We picked wrong week bc we were not informed Id give mgmt co 0 stars if i could.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nurse W.

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

Senior Trip

Overall a great trip to Folly BeachShell House was very convenient to walk to the beach and stores/restaurants. There are 3 separate bedrooms so it worked well for us, our daughter and son. Keep in mind that the upstairs room and the basement/full bath are accessible by circular staircases that may be tough for elderly or mobility challenges. Folly has a great laid back pace and was a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Nice property in great location

The house was spacious and a short walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Great place

Had a lot of fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

A Great Place

We had a great time, and plan to come back. Loved the proximity to both downtown and the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franklin F.

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

perfect location

one block from main street and 3 minute walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Love the shell house !

This is our second stay at the shell house we were there for a wedding which was beautiful !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Great family weekend!

What an adorable place! Nice location, clean, and most important dog friendly! We had a great weekend in your beautiful home. Steve was quick to answer my questions and the house was well appointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

christine d.

shell house was great!

house was great, we loved it!!