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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a white ottoman, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A coastal property with multiple buildings, including a large house with a balcony and a smaller structure, all situated near the beach with ocean views.
A beachfront property with multiple houses, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

"The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up

The Retreat at Dolphin's Watch
Location: Folly Beach, South Carolina, USA

Overview:
Welcome to The Retreat at Dolphin’s Watch, an ideal spot for a relaxing Folly Beach getaway. This charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom vacation home is located on the upper level of an oceanfront duplex, offering stunning views and an inviting island lifestyle. Perfect for couples or solo travelers, The Retreat provides a serene escape with beautiful ocean vistas from both the open living room and the cozy queen bedroom.

Features:
Living Area:
The bright and open living area provides a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy the beautiful ocean view. The open layout seamlessly connects to the kitchen, making it easy to enjoy the sights and sounds of the beach even while indoors.

Kitchen:
The kitchen is equipped with essential appliances and ample counter space, perfect for preparing meals while taking in the ocean view.

Bedroom:
Primary Bedroom: Queen bed with a view of the ocean, providing a peaceful retreat for restful nights and beautiful morning sunrises.

Bathroom:
The bathroom features modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Outdoor Space:
Step outside to your large private deck, where you can relax and take in the sights and sounds of the ocean. Underneath the house, there’s a hammock perfectly positioned for optimum relaxation right by the beach.

Amenities:
Free Wi-Fi
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
One parking space
Please note: This unit does not include a washer/dryer.

Nearby Attractions:
Located right on the beach, The Retreat at Dolphin's Watch is within easy reach of Folly Beach’s shops, dining, and entertainment options, while providing a peaceful oceanfront escape.

House Rules:
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
Maximum occupancy: 2 guests
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM — No loud music or parties allowed.
Parking: One space provided

Only Visa, Mastercard, and Discover accepted for direct payments.

Exclusive Beach Gear Credit:
Book a stay of 4–14 nights and receive a $175 credit towards beach gear rentals, courtesy of our partnership with VayK Gear.

Book Your Stay:
We would love to host you at The Retreat at Dolphin’s Watch! For more information or to book your stay, please contact us at Charleston Coast Vacations by dunes properties. Embrace the island lifestyle with ocean views, beachside relaxation, and a private deck at this charming Folly Beach retreat.

This property is licensed as a short term rental on Folly Beach LIC008092
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Folly Island Beaches. A kitchen and a TV are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, TV, and refrigerator
  • Steps from Folly Island Beaches and a 4-minute drive from Folly Beach Fishing Pier
This apartment offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Folly Beach apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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)

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

  • No pets 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
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 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

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"The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a beautiful beach view! It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice,clean and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

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

Very nice location

Enjoyed are stay great location !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

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

Excellent Stay

Beautiful property in an excellent part of Folly!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay! The location is perfect because the beach is more private and is only a quick bike ride to the pier and restaurants. The house was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Great place for a getaway

Stayed here with my wife and had a great time. It's a great size for two people and has a wonderful view of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great view with easy beach access and an outdoor shower. Parking was very tight the first night, as the unit below us had 2 cars parked in an area probably best served by two cars. Host was very communicative and checkin/out was very easy. Cleaning staff was very on top of their checkout time. They were waiting on the staircase about 15-20 minutes before we needed to be out of the unit. That said, everything was very clean and comfortable for the two of us. You are off the main drag by over a mile so it was very peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet retreat!

Awesome location right on the beach! Place was as advertised, clean, and very nice. Will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Perfect location

Well kept house and an amazing view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linisa B.

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

Lovely Beachfront Home

Small and unique just perfect for two!! We were happy to spend a portion of our 20th wedding anniversary here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie N.

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

Great beach views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this location. Nice quiet neighborhood with beautiful views and easy access to beach. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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

relaxing and beautiful

the property was far enough away from the town part of the beach to give us privacy but close enough to be convenient for shopping and eating
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence G.

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

Dolphin's Landing, brilliant location

Our stay was wonderful. Had some tv and internet issues but we overlooked that. We didn't miss it because the weather was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Long Weekend

Beautiful views and fantastic weather made for a fantastic weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Matt U.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Extremely run down and grimy. Smelled terrible as soon as we walked in. Very rund down. Stains and holes all over the walls. Kitchen cabinets and appliances very run down. Windows barely functional. Bathroom is very small and smelly and run down. Would absolutely not rent ever again for any price.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

leeann e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
location and doors/windows/deck looking at ocean were 5 starswould have liked motion detector lights on steps; some parts of railing on steps are loose and not super safe. problem with securing french door to deck. loved it overall
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anthony F.

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

A perfect couples getaway on Folly.

We loved the our time. The view is perfect and parking is easy. The house was clean. If you are a young couple looking for a getaway this is the perfect place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reg T.

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

Folly Beach on the beach

It was lovely being right on the beach, being able to watch the sunrise. Hear the surf.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

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

Cozy beachfront

Small unit overlooking the ocean--perfect for a couple on a getaway trip. Dolphins appeared each day, as scheduled!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Quiet place on the beach

Small beach front condo. Very quiet and comfortable for 2 people. The only complaint would be that there was only one thin blanket on the bed. Loved the location and the view. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Forrest B.

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

Amazing veiw

Great veiw of beach. Bathroom could use some tlc.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Heaven on Earth

What a great spot!! Perfect for the 2 of us as a quiet getaway….listening to the waves crash simply….can’t wait to get back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kellie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was in a great location and the view was beautiful. Check in and check out was very easy. The cleanliness of the unit was not the best. There was make up and hair on the vanity, areas of mold on the bed skirt, and the rug when we first walked in the unit did not look like it was vacuumed. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david b.

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

Quick Getaway

Perfect size for a couple - cute little place - bedroom was great and living rm/kitchen combo was adequate for our needs - we didn't cook just made coffee and snacks; bathroom was small but expected that from pics, beautiful ocean views and sunrise from deck and easy access to beach and quick drive to restaurants - would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeanine G.

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

FEB 2025 VISIT

Well stocked , clean, comfortable beach cottage . Location right on the beach is perfect ! Bathroom needs some serious updates and there appears to be floor rot at the entry door that is covered up with tape . We had a difficult time locking and unlocking the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025