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The Blue Crab | 1 Block to Beach & Center Street | Seasonal Hot Tub | Outdoor Living | Sleeps 8

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A hallway with a wooden staircase, white walls, and a door leading outside.
A staircase with wooden steps and white railings leading to a room with a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A covered outdoor area with a red sofa, a ceiling fan, and a view of palm trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a wooden island with bar stools, and a large refrigerator.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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

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About the neighborhood

Folly Beach

When you stay at this vacation home in Folly Beach, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Folly Island Beaches and Center Street. .This vacation home is 11 mi (17.8 km) from College of Charleston and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Charleston City Market.

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Center Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Folly River Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • College of Charleston - 16 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

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

The Blue Crab | 1 Block to Beach & Center Street | Seasonal Hot Tub | Outdoor Living | Sleeps 8

Welcome to The Blue Crab, ideally located just one block from the beach and one block from Center Street. Spend your days by the ocean, walk into town for dining and entertainment, and enjoy having some of Folly Beach's best attractions within easy reach.

The screened porch is a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy the coastal air, while the private covered ground-level outdoor living area gives your group even more room to unwind. This space features a Smart TV, chef-style grill and crab boiler, hot-and-cold outdoor shower, and a seasonal private hot tub.

Multiple porches and decks provide plenty of outdoor space throughout the home, including a private sun deck off the primary bedroom.

With its highly walkable location, private outdoor spaces, seasonal hot tub, and easy beach access, The Blue Crab is a great home base for enjoying everything Folly Beach has to offer.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Bedroom 1 – Downstairs: Queen bed, Smart TV, ceiling fan, balcony, and full bathroom access with walk-in shower.
Bedroom 2 – Upstairs: Queen bed, Smart TV, ceiling fan, balcony, and shared bathroom.
Bedroom 3 – Upstairs: Two Twin beds, Smart TV, ceiling fan, and shared bathroom.
Primary Bedroom – Upstairs: King bed, Smart TV, ceiling fan, private sun deck, and en-suite bathroom with double vanity, walk-in shower, and soaking tub.
Approximate square footage: 1,530 sq. ft.

AMENITIES
• One block to the beach and one block to Center Street
• Private seasonal hot tub
• Covered ground-level outdoor living area with Smart TV
• Chef-style grill and crab boiler
• Hot-and-cold outdoor shower
• Screened porch, balconies, and private primary-bedroom sun deck
• Fully equipped kitchen
• High-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs
• Central air conditioning
• Washer and dryer
• Keurig and standard drip coffee makers
• Iron and ironing board
• High-thread-count linens and bath towels
• Starter kitchen and bathroom kits, including paper products

Coffee grounds and flat-bottom coffee filters are not provided. Beach towels are not provided.

SEASONAL HOT TUB NOTICE
The private hot tub is available seasonally from October through the end of April and is for adult use only.

NOTES
Contactless check-in.
This home uses a lockbox with keys. The lockbox code will be provided before arrival.

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Parking can accommodate up to five vehicles depending on vehicle size. Large trucks and SUVs may reduce the number of vehicles that can fit.

Beach equipment is not provided. If equipment happens to be available at the property, guests are welcome to use it.

You must be at least 25 years old to rent this property.

This is a non-smoking property. Smoking is prohibited both inside and outside the home.

PETS
No pets are permitted. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy animals are not service animals under Titles II and III of the ADA and are not permitted unless the property is specifically designated in writing as “pets considered” and approved in advance by our office.

HOUSE POLICIES
The home is located in a residential neighborhood with many full-time residents. Guests must respect the surrounding community, observe the listed maximum occupancy, and keep noise to a minimum at all times.

House parties, weddings, functions, events, bands, DJs, and similar gatherings are strictly prohibited.

The Folly Beach noise ordinance is in effect from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Your rental agreement states that use of the property may not disturb or offend surrounding residents.

To help protect our guests, neighbors, property owners, and the Folly Beach community, this home uses NoiseAware noise-monitoring technology. NoiseAware measures decibel levels only. It is privacy compliant and does not listen to or record conversations.
If noise exceeds the permitted level, guests may receive a courtesy text requesting that the volume be reduced before a violation occurs. This helps prevent police violations, fines, and possible revocation of the homeowner's business license.

The property's maximum occupancy of 8 guests may not be exceeded at any time during the stay.

If occupancy is misrepresented or a disturbance is reported at the property, we reserve the right to terminate the rental agreement and require that all guests vacate the property immediately without a refund.

MyOceanRental is committed to the comfort of both our guests and the surrounding community. Please contact us during your stay if there is anything we can do to make your visit more enjoyable.

This property is licensed by the City of Folly Beach for use as a vacation rental property.
Business License: LIC007986
Rental Registration: ISTR24-A0002
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private hot tub. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

Property is also known as

1st BLK E Ashley Ave Unit Premium Home Mins From the Beach
80685

The Blue Crab | 1 Block to Beach & Center Street | Seasonal Hot Tub | Outdoor Living | Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for our trip. Very clean, comfortable with all the essentials. Appreciated the proximity to the market and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at The Blue Crab. Everything was as described. The ground floor area and hot tub exceeded expectations. Communication with management was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Great family place and a great spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean, and the location was fantastic. It’s an easy walk to the beach, stores, and restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

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

Great Get Away

Lovely space, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

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

Great family vacation

We enjoyed the space and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Excellent place, everything as advertised! Perfect location.

Excellent stay! Definitely would come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trever B.

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

Great location and very nice house

Was a very nice stay. Bars, Restaurants, and beach all within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

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

Great time in Folly!

Great place! Location was awesome and owners were attentive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allysa O.

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

Awesome girls trip

Clean property, easy check in, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loren B.

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

Great stay!

The property was clean, in a great location and perfect for our girls trip. We’re so happy we stayed and look forward to booking again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrin M.

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

Beautiful beach spot for any time of year

We had a wonderful stay celebrating Thanksgiving at the beach. Beautiful house with great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julianna O.

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

Great Spot

Loved our stay. Close to town and the beach. The area underneath the home was a great place to be and the hot tub was perfect for fall weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Excellent!

Really great stay. Property was excellent. Location couldn’t have been better. Host communication was impeccable. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

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

Great property

Great location and property looks exactly as the pictures
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Perfect location, beautiful place!

This house was so spacious and very accommodating for a large family. It was perfect walking distance to the beach and several restaurants. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Perfect Location

This was our second time staying at the Blue Crab and we absolutely love it. Perfect central location for walking anywhere in Folly.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

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

Family Vacation

The Blue Crab was perfect for our family vacation to Folly Beach. The house is located w/in easy walking distance to the beach AND two blocks from downtown, making it super easy to walk to dinner or get ice cream. The house was very clean and well furnished. We would definitely consider staying there again should we vacation in Folly again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Perfect Location

Two families of 4 each thoroughly enjoyed our week at this beach house. Perfect location (beach, berts, center st), clean, nice beds/furnishings. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Great stay

The location was incredible and we were all very comfortable in the house. Exactly as advertised!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Great spot in prime location

Our group loved our stay here! Communication with property management was incredible and you cannot beat the location. Can’t recommend this spot enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Blue Crab

Great place and great location in Folly Beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin D.

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

Awesome island property near all of Folly’s amenities!

The pictures do this place justice. What a fantastic home and we will return. The property was beautiful and was near everything on the island. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Great vacation!

Fantastic location: very short walk to the beach and restaurants; only about 25 minute, easy drive into downtown Charleston. Very updated, comfortable and clean house!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brent m.

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

Great rental

Great property. Very clean and awesome location. Perfect for a friend or family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021