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Fran-Ma-Ray
Rocking with Ocean Breezes
Living Room
Table for 2 with a View
Cozy Corner

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Myrtle Beach, SC
  • OD Pavilion Amusement Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Barefoot Landing
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Traditional Family Beach House

The Fran-Ma-Ray, a wonderful ocean front family beach house on the beautiful beach of Ocean Drive in North Myrtle Beach, is available for year-round rental. The Fran-Ma-Ray has the delightful and comfortable atmosphere of an old-style beach house, but with many modern conveniences.

The Fran-Ma-Ray, located at 821 South Ocean Boulevard of North Myrtle Beach, has been owned by the same family since it was built in 1939. After extensive damage during Hurricane Hazel in 1954, the Fran-Ma-Ray was rebuilt in 1955. It has been enjoyed by many family and friends since that time. In 2009-2010, The Fran-Ma-Ray underwent still another extensive remodeling. The updates include a new open front deck and five sets of new French doors in the living area which open up a spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean. While the house now features many modern updates and additions (including central heat and air-conditioning, washer and dryer, cable TV, internet access and ceiling fans throughout), the original knotty-pine paneled and hardwood floors heart of the house has been retained and provides the nostalgic feel of an old-style beach house.

The Fran-Ma-Ray features all the comfort and convenience a vacationer could want with the Atlantic Ocean right outside your front door. Everything from the excitement of Myrtle Beach entertainment to the quiet of sitting and rocking on the front porch and watching the waves. The Fran-Ma-Ray offers it all!

For a little extra room, we also have Ginger's Place located on the same property just behind the Fran-Ma-Ray which has just been completely renovated and is a beautifully appointed 600 sq.ft. studio apartment. Please see VRBO listing #1316925 for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you and hope you will enjoy our beach house as much as four generations of the Smith family and friends have over the last 70 years.




Keywords: Ocean Drive Section, North Myrtle Beach, Fran-Ma-Ray, Beach House, Oceanfront,

Property manager

Suzanne Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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
Booking is not considered complete until guest signs Rental Contract and Rules & Regulations and both documents have been received by Owner.
A $250.00 Administrative Cost will be charged for all cancellations made prior to 60 days of arrival date as stated in the Contract Agreement.
No motorcycles, trailers, pets or student groups Renter must be at least 26 years of age and on site during rental period. NO exceptions!

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

North Myrtle Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean Drive, a neighbourhood in North Myrtle Beach. Cherry Grove Pier and Apache Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Myrtle Beach Beaches and Myrtle Beach Beaches. OD Pavilion Amusement Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf are also worth visiting.
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North Myrtle Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • OD Pavilion Amusement Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Crescent Beach - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cherry Grove Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cherry Grove Pier - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Barefoot Landing - 6 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buoy's Beach Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪O D Lounge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Daniello's Pizzeria and Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Melt - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪International Cafe - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Traditional Family Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Traditional Family Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Traditional Family Beach House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Traditional Family Beach House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean Drive holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of North Myrtle Beach Beaches and Ingram Beach. Possum Trot Golf Club and Beachwood Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

K C.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Iconic beach house that we stayed in as children … 50 years ago. Excellent Communication by owners. Great location . Updated kitchen. Beautiful , peaceful porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

Wonderful Place

Absolutely enjoyed our stay and the owner is wonderful to work with. Definitely recommend staying here and we are hoping to stay here again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

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

Family Vacation

Very happy to have a second visit at this property. Everyone loved sitting in the porch rocking and listening to the ocean. The kitchen and bathroom updates were a nice surprise. We look forward to future beach trips as a family at this house! So clean and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susannah S.

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

We had a lot of fun.

We loved the location and the porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claude S.

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

Beach Front, Wonderful views, easy access to beach

Wonderful beach house in the classic form of wood paneled walls, wooden floors and great ocean views from large open porch with rocking chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

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

Perfect place for a family getaway!

The house was clean and the location couldn’t have been better! Our favorite part was the rocking chairs on the porch overlooking the beach. The owners were easy to work with and very communicative! I would absolutely rent this home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Douglas D.

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

Fran ma ray Beach front

Wonderful property on the beach. Great porch for family time or enjoying the view of the ocean. Great historical house but upgrades would definitely enhance your stay..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon B.

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

Beautiful location

Right on the beach with an amazing view of the ocean from the back porch. Nice and quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy B.

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

The quintessential beach house

Great property located Ocean front. Best possible location to stay with family and be perfectly located for a week on the beach. This house has plenty of room for an extended family.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula M., Cincinnati

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

Lovely oceanfront beach house

The porch with the rocking chairs did not disappoint. The space inside and out was perfect for our girls trip. There were 7 of us. The location was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Al C.

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

Great vacation.

Had a great vacation. Location was perfect. The porch was the best thing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

2021 Family Vacation

This was a great home for our family of 12. Plenty of room for everyone and quick access to the beach. Loved sitting on the porch watching the waves roll in. Did a grocery order from Publix and it was delivered in about 2 hours. Kitchen was great and had plenty of pots, pans, etc. Owner was great to work with. Responded to any questions quickly. We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation with our adult children and our grandchildren.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

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

Annual family beach trip

Gorgeous beach house with charm and character. From the rocking chairs on the porch to see the ocean and waves to the endless household items for cooking. A gem for our family to relax and unwind
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelley A.

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

Rocking Into Summer With a Breathtaking View

There were nine of us celebrating my niece’s graduation from the University of South Carolina. We had plenty of space to spread out and there just happened to be nine rocking chairs to enjoy our coffee in the morning and our cocktails in the evening. We loved our view of the dune grass, sand and ocean as we sipped our beverages and enjoyed delicious food prepared in the very well-equipped kitchen. Eating breakfast and dinner on the two large picnic tables on the deck was so much fun! The house was close to everything, including an awesome used bookstore next to Kroeger. Blue tooth speakers in the living room were an added bonus. We did a huge Instant Cart order from Publix that was delivered within two hours of arriving. Best decision ever. Fun, fun week with family in the perfect house for us to relax in....
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte G.

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

Cozy Comfort

Our experience taught us that sometimes it isn't all about technology but that, what is most important is the quality time spent with your family. We compared staying at Fran Ma's to that of a cozy blanket wrapped in the warmth and love of home. The ocean view and wrap around porch with rockers was so relaxing and provided a plethora of stress relief, which in these covid times is a true blessing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Parijat S.

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

Fantastic beach getaway

This is a fantastic beach house in North Myrtle beach. Large house, that can accommodate 2-3 families. The house was very clean. The check in was easy. The best part of the house is the large deck with tables, benches and rocking chairs. The beach is right in the backyard. We never even had to wear our flip flops to the beach. The beach is just beautiful and not as crowded as other parts of Myrtle beach. The main st in North Myrtle beach is just a short walk away. The house is fully equipped with everything. The kitchen has all pots, pans, utensils, blender, crockpot dinnerware etc. Suzanne is a quick to respond to my emails, usually within the hour. Our family enjoyed the trip and our 4 girls had the most fun of all. We are certainly going to return to this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Isah R.

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

Great place

Great place, will go again, we had great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., Vass, NC

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

Amazing!

This was my first full week beach stay with my family and it was wonderful! During our stay there was a Cat1 hurricane that hit us almost directly and at no time did I feel anxious or worried about anything. The owner was great at communication and made sure we were doing well throughout our stay. The only thing I would change for next time is sleeping upstairs so I wouldn't wake up with every creek but I'm a light sleeper. Lol. Amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Matthew E.

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

Perfect beach house for our family.

Plenty of beds & we loved the big porch with 8 rocking chairs. Downstairs bathroom could have used a new shower curtain. We paid a cleaning fee. When do we get this?
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lela D.

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

Best beach stay ever!

From the moment we walked onto the front porch of this wonderful house we knew we had made the right decision. And as we walked through the rest of the house we felt like we were home. We have stayed at many places at the beach but this is hands down our favorite. We spent many peaceful hours looking at the ocean from the rocking chairs on the front porch. A short walk and we were at the beach. We had 11 adults and never felt crowded. The bedrooms were all very cozy and beds comfortable. We were within a short distance from everything we wanted to get to and yet when we were in the house it felt very private as if we were in our own private oasis. The hostess was immediately accessible by phone if needed. We will absolutely be back to this little slice of heaven as often as we possibly can!

10/10 Excellent

Betty V.

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

Great location and very spacious

Great place with great location we love staying there

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Wonder Place

We spent a wonderful week at Fran Ma Ray and couldn't be happier. The house was exactly as described and worked great for our family. If we ever come back we'll definitely be coming back to Fran Ma Ray.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jody L.

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

Wonderful family fun at the beach!

The weather was simply beautiful, and the front porch has the perfect view of the Atlantic Ocean! What a wonderful spot to rock and chat with family and friends! Memories to last a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Fran Ma Ray

We loved our stay at the Fran Ma Ray. As always. Look forward to staying again next year. This is the perfect home for your family vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Tommy P.

RENTER

ALWAYS A JOY TO STAY HERE. OUR THIRD TIME.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

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