Perched directly on the sand with its own private walkover to the shore, Lighthouse is the kind of Folly Beach retreat that earns its name --- a sun-soaked, six-bedroom coastal home where ocean views stretch from nearly every window and the rhythm of the Atlantic sets the pace. Vaulted beamed ceilings and a grand staircase anchor the airy open-concept living spaces, while breezy coastal interiors, layered textures, and oversized windows keep the focus on what matters: the view, the light, and the people you're with.
The heart of the home is a wide-open great room that flows into a chef's kitchen with a generous island, perfect for grazing boards and slow mornings with coffee in hand. Multiple living areas give everyone room to spread out --- settle in for a movie, claim a spot by the window, or head to the dedicated game room for a friendly showdown across the ping pong, billiards, and foosball tables.
Outside is where Lighthouse really shines. A private pool anchors the lower deck, with lounge chairs angled toward the surf and plenty of space to dry off between dips. Upstairs, the rooftop patio is built for sunset hour --- gather around the fire pit, pour something cold, and watch the sky shift over the dunes. When you're ready for the water, your private staircase drops you straight onto the sand.
The six bedrooms are thoughtfully laid out across the home to give every guest a quiet corner to retreat to, with crisp linens, soft coastal tones, and plenty of natural light. Four full bathrooms mean no waiting in line on beach days.
Whether you're chasing waves, sunset views, or simply slower days with the people you love most, Lighthouse delivers the full Folly experience --- sand between your toes, salt in the air, and nowhere else you need to be.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we're at your fingertips via concierge@avantstay.com.
Welcome to one of America's last true beach towns! This fun, laid back area is perfect for a relaxing beach vacation. A mecca for great views, great food, and some great surf, you'll be nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Folly River. Enjoy 6 miles of beaches, surfing, kayaking, boating, and endless sunset views. Beautiful Morris Island is a great spot to take in the sea life and panoramic views. Take a stroll down Center Street in Downtown Folly, which boasts tons of eclectic bars and restaurants that are fun for the whole family.
Home Truths:
•You must be 25 years or older to book this home.
•In addition to the 6 bedrooms, there are two additional sleeping spaces--a loft area with a twin bed and trundle, and a bonus room with a twin bunk bed. The bonus room has a sliding door for privacy but no window.
•Please note that Early Check-In (ECI) and Late Check-Out (LCO) services are not available from May to September.
•From May to October these beaches are home to nesting sea turtles. To protect these turtles guests will be expected to turn off all outdoor lights and close the blinds at night from 10pm to dawn.
-The exterior floodlights have been disconnected to protect the sea turtles.
•This home allows 1 dog for a fee of $250; undisclosed animals brought into the home without AvantStay's approval may result in a minimum $500 fine.
•This home has a private pool which can be heated with at least 24 hours notice for $80/day (3 night minimum) as long as the ambient temperature averages over 55F.
•Beach chairs are not provided.
•Fireplaces are not for guest use.
•This home is located in a quiet residential community, and Folly Beach has a strict noise ordinance starting at 10 PM. To comply with this ordinance, we use noise sensors in our properties. Please be mindful of your neighbors.
•Please note that due to natural coastal conditions, beach areas may experience periodic erosion that can affect shoreline size and accessibility. During periods of high tide, portions of the beach---or the entire beach---may be temporarily inaccessible. We are not able to guarantee identical beach conditions for future stays, and refunds or relocations will not be available due to these natural changes.
•While we do our best to communicate any known work within Wild Dunes or nearby beach projects, many homes are privately owned and we are not always notified of surrounding activity. As a result, we are unable to guarantee a disruption-free environment or offer relocation for any unforeseen construction.
Parking Details:
•Parking for 4 cars in the driveway.
All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.
Business License #: LIC004988
STR Permit #: STR25-A0902