Entire home·Private host

5 MINS walk to Beach - the vacation house of "Life of Sun, Sand & Sea"

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for 5 MINS walk to Beach - the vacation house of "Life of Sun, Sand & Sea"

Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8251 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

View in a map
Isle of Palms, SC
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Similar properties

About this property

Entire place

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

5 MINS walk to Beach - the vacation house of "Life of Sun, Sand & Sea"

A few minutes' walk to the beach, this entire 2700 square feet house is spacious and perfect for families and friends. Enjoy a 12% discount for stays of 7 days or more, and a monthly discount of 20%. Recently, Isle of Palms (IOP) has added a beautiful boardwalk to the beach, enhancing convenience for your access to the beach. Welcome to 'Life of Sun, Sand & Sea', and enjoy your stay!

The space:
From the moment you enter the driveway, shaded by oak and palm trees, you'll realize you've arrived at a truly special place. This 2,700 square foot low country style home, meticulously designed by the owner, has recently undergone a renovation. Situated just 1.5 blocks from the beach and a mile from IOP's most popular restaurants, bars, parks, and more, it offers a perfect blend of location and luxury.

The spacious kitchen is newly renovated, featuring granite countertops, cabinets, stove top, and a porcelain tile floor. The house has four large bedrooms, with the master bedroom featuring a king bed and a spacious master bathroom, located on the first floor. The second floor accommodates three additional bedrooms, named the Green Room (or Viking room), Yellow Room, and Blue Room. The luxurious living room is thoughtfully furnished with a couch, love seat, sofa chair, a 75" TV, and a diverse collection of books for your reading pleasure.

Above all, a beautiful 320 square foot screened porch awaits, complete with ample patio furniture, a couch, chairs, a table, and a 55” TV for family gatherings. Beyond the screen porch, or through the sliding doors from the living room and master bedroom, you'll discover an impressive 525 square foot outer deck. This outdoor oasis features patio furniture, benches, and chairs—perfect for sunbathing or hosting a BBQ to savor your favorite foods.

Guest access:
The entire house is yours for a wonderful vacation stay. Please note that two closets, one in the master bathroom and one next to the front door in the living room, are locked and not accessible. However, each bedroom still provides ample available closet

For your convenience, there are two parking bays under the house, along with additional parking areas off the driveway for two cars and plenty of space in the driveway itself. The fenced-in backyard is easily accessible.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the house. As part of our complimentary offerings, guests have access to 2 streaming programs: the Spectrum TV with 150 channels and Netflix, available on TVs in the living room, master bedroom, and screened porch.

On the outer deck, you'll find a gas grill for outdoor cooking. Additionally, there is a half-enclosed outdoor shower at the lower level, perfect for a quick rinse after returning from the beach.

Other things to note:
We typically accept bookings for a minimum of 4-5 nights. However, we understand that your needs may vary, and we're open to offering 2-3 night stays on occasion. Please reach out to me directly, and I'll make a special adjustment based on availability.

We kindly ask that you treat the house with respect. Please refrain from moving furniture unless it is necessary for safety reasons. There are two garbage cans and one recycling container available under the house. We have a service that will roll the cans to the road and place them back under the house when emptied. The green cans are picked up on Tuesday and Friday mornings during the summer months, while the blue recycling bin is collected every two weeks. Guests are requested to dispose of trash regularly in these containers during their stay and before departure.

Additionally, we request no parking on the grass to prevent damage to the underground water drainage pipes in this area.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Isle of Palms Beach. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Isle of Palms Beach and 4 minutes by foot from Front Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parking on the grass Rinse off sand using outside shower after beach time

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
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.

Property is also known as

5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation House "life Sun Sand Sea"
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation "life Sun Sand Sea" Isle of Palms
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation "life Sun Sand Sea"
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation House "life Sun Sand Sea"
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation "life Sun Sand Sea" Isle of Palms
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation House "life Sun Sand Sea"
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation "life Sun Sand Sea" Isle of Palms
5 Mins Walk Beach Vacation "life Sun Sand Sea"

5 MINS walk to Beach - the vacation house of "Life of Sun, Sand & Sea" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in this beautiful home before. The owner thinks of everything you could need: well stocked kitchen, starter supplies and easy to follow entry and exit instructions. If you need anything, Doug is just a phone call away. This home is very close to the beach, shopping, the park and entertainment. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great place to stay with a short walk to the beach! My family with 4 adults and 4 kids under 7 loved the space we had and especially enjoyed the screened in porch with a tv. Having the convenience of cleaning off after the beach with the outdoor shower was also a huge benefit for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, AMAZING! Doug is a pleasure to work with!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

Property was very clean with everything as advertised and then some. It even had more beach items than expected.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Baseball Tournament

Property is conveniently located and very close to the beach. Excellent communication from the owner at all times.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfred A.

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

wonderful

Beautiful -large house - and Doug providied everything we needed -elegantly decorated but comfortable - location the best !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H. H.

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

Family fun

Great property, owner easily reachable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne p.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed our Thanksgiving on IOP. The home was well stocked and the kitchen had everything we needed. It is an easy walk to the beach. The screen porch was a fantastic place to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

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

Our Great Escape

The house was very nice. The neighborhood was lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken D.

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

Annual Family Vacation

This was a great choice for our family! The house gave us plenty of room, wonderful porch for outdoors, well stocked kitchen and very comfortable beds! Doug was a great host, available and provided all the information we needed for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Vaca

Everything you need for agreat stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Perfect location on Isle of palms

Doug's place was very clean and organized. Easy little walk to the beach and off the main road. Grocery store 5 minutes away as well. Simple drive into Charleston over the bridge.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie S.

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

Wonderful spring getaway!

Doug was a wonderful host and the house was beautiful, clean and perfectly organized. Everything was just as advertised and then some! Just what we needed for a perfect spring break getaway! We thoroughly enjoyed our time and hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

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

Beautiful home and conveniently located!

A group of life long friends looking for a relaxing vacation to reconnect and this home allowed for all 7 of us to be accommodated. The kitchen was amazing with everything we needed. The beds were comfy. The house was clean and spacious! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was fantastic. An easy walk to the beach in under five minutes, safe and quiet neighborhood. We chose IOP so we could stay near the beach but also get plenty of time in Charleston and it was super easy. This house has tons of room for everyone, clean kitchen and bathrooms, and outdoor areas. While it's not the most updated house in all the houses I explored renting, it definitely has the most space and bedrooms for price so I think gives you the best value We really enjoyed our time here and Doug was so thorough with instructions and directions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Fabulous!

We have stayed at Doug’s before and it is by far one of my families favorite place on the Isle in our 20+ years of coming! Doug is a fantastic host, could not be more helpful and kind!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

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

Family trip

House is well stocked, clean, close to the beach and short ride to Charleston and Mount Pleasant. We had 8 adults and the home had plenty of space for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy O.

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

Excellent Stay

This house had everything we could ask for to make our stay very accommodating ! The screened in porch was perfect for our family gathering. The location was very convenient to the beach and stores. Doug, the owner was in touch should we have any needs or questions. Would highly recommend and would definately stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie P.

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

Sibling reunion

Property met our needs for an annual sibling reunion. Property was clean, organized, and was as described. It was a short/easy walk to the beach and a short drive to local stores/restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Repeat Perfect Experience

This is the fourth summer we have stayed at Doug’s place. It’s been a perfect experience every single time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol p.

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

Great vacation home!

Doug’s house was very clean and a very relaxing home. Easy, short walk to beach. We loved the screened in porch and spent most of our time there. Beds were very comfortable. We had a late flight on our last day, and he was very generous and let us check out late.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glo E.

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

Lovely beach house

Lovely home, great location, just blocks from the beach, The house is warm and inviting and very well stocked. We didn’t lack anything we needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The owner was very attentive and helpful. We especially enjoyed the very lovely sunroom. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Perfect

This house could not be better managed! Doug is excellent and has a very thoughtful attitude in renting his house. Super responsive and beautiful attention to detail! Great location as well!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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

Charming

Wonderful property. Thank you for your flexibility
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

IOP House of Sun Sand and Sea

We had an amazing time! The house location was perfect...close to beach and other family staying for a wedding. We enjoyed the spacious living areas, the accommodating bedrooms and the great screened in porch. Doug was available when I texted him and the house was well equipped. Would stay here again! Thanks Doug!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024