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"The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up

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Living room ocean view
aerial
beach side
kitchen
living room to kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Morris Island Lighthouse
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

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

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Charleston Coast Vacations by dunes properties
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Languages

English, Spanish

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Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this apartment is on the beach. Fort Sumter and Charleston City Market are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park. USS Yorktown and Patriots Point are not to be missed.
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Center Street - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Folly Beach County Park - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 22 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 31 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lowlife Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Famulari's Pizzeria Brewpub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The Retreat" at Dolphin's Watch - Up located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Folly Island Beaches, Center Street and Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Folly Beach County Park and Fort Lamar Historic Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4/10 Poor

Albert M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location, but that’s about it.

Several small things made this stay relatively unenjoyable. First, the toilet is clearly made for a child. Both my friend and I had trouble even using it due to its tiny size and height. Also, there’s no fan in the bathroom. The bathroom mirror is also not placed in front of the sink, which is weird and inconvenient. There is rust all over the freezer door and the shower head. The place badly needs basic updating. The location. Is fantastic and right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Julia G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Convinient beachfront rental

We loved the location of this property, right at the end of the road so alot of privacy and a nice quiet section of the beach. House is a little outdated, but not bad for a two night stay where you’re mainly spending your days outside on the beach. Bed was comfortable, had everything you might need, a super short walk to the beach, and a dedicated parking spot which was much appreciated on Memorial Day weekend. Too far from the main strip to walk, but we road our bikes into town each night and for lunch a few times.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn B.

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

The Retreat at Dolphin Watch in August '23

We had a pleasant stay but could use upgrades in following areas. The ceiling fan in the main quarters did not have a remote available to us to turn it on the switch only worked the fan light. The property had two window a/c units which the bedroom unit worked very well. The property manager dropped off a small desk fan in lieu of issue. The TV was visited by cable company and lost service after his visit. Unfortunately the much anticipated daily Baseball games were missed and we resorted to using our phones. The view was great and access to beach was perfect. The huge back deck was very ample. We would stay at this location again and recommend it but would suggest bringing a large box fan.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Birgit W.

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

Excellent location

Overall a very nice stay. Clean and nicely decorated. The location is perfect. The bathroom could use an update though
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

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

Excellent location and perfect for our needs

The location and amenities were absolutely perfect and we had a lovely stay. It was so perfect and comfortable we barely left! It could use a little upkeep (a day or two with a good handyman is it all it needs), but everything worked great, instructions were clear and it was very comfortable. The view was beautiful and I can't say enough how perfect the location is. There was a family with two small children in the unit below and we never heard them or even knew they were there....it felt like our own private place. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lana R.

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

Bathroom and kitchen

We loved the little “apartment”. Plenty of room for the two of us. The mattress was very comfy, the couch not so much. Two issues. 1- the bathroom sink was basically caulked to the wall. There was mold on the ceiling near a unit of some type. 2- the mini-split above the cabinets dropped a lot of water onto the upper cabinet, the. Onto the refrigerator. It leaked inside the refrigerator forming icicles. Neither problem affected our stay, but just need to be repaired. We would book again especially if the repairs were made.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful views

The views were beautiful especially from the bedroom. The place was very clean except for some mold on ceiling in bathroom. We were disappointed when we first got there. It needs some TLC on the outside. The door to both units is rusty and turned us off at first and the deck furniture was rusty so we didn't sit out there much. We would stay there again because of location and mostly good. Owner just needs to do some general maintenance inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

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