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Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access

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A deck with two blue Adirondack chairs and a wooden table, overlooking a beach with a railing and stairs leading to the water.
A spacious living room with a large L-shaped sectional sofa, a white cabinet, and a ceiling fan.
A row of colorful beach houses with a wooden staircase leading up to the beach.
A beachfront hotel with multiple-story buildings, a sandy beach, and waves crashing onto the shore.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Garden City Beach
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Waterpark access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Garden City, SC
  • Place, Surfside Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hudson's Surfside Flea Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Common Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access

Welcome to ’Portofino IV 2020’! This 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom 2,100 square feet home is direct oceanfront in beautiful Garden City Beach. Enjoy unsurpassed ocean views and direct access to the beach with a private walkway. A large open kitchen/dining/living area layout allows for easy entertaining and gatherings. Well-equipped kitchen with all large and small appliances, dinnerware, cookware, glassware & utensils to prepare and serve meals. Oceanside master will allow you to take in gorgeous views and the lull of the ocean waves to fall asleep to. Enjoy the pristine Portofino IV community pool when you are not on the sandy shores of Garden City Beach. Ample parking for four vehicles and can accommodate up to fourteen guests. Pet friendly for dogs 25 lbs or less. Please see our Pet Policy that applies to all Pet-friendly homes, which is strictly enforced.

*Pool is open March 31st through September 30th*

Location: Ocean Front · 1.4 Miles North of Garden City Pier
5 Bedrooms
1 on 1st Level - 2 Queen
4 on 2nd Level - 1 King, 1 King , 1 King , 2 Bunk Beds (Full/Full)
Additional Bedding - 1 Sofa Bed in Living Area
4 Bathrooms
1 on 1st Level
3 on 2nd Level

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1829705vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Murrells Inlet

Located in Murrells Inlet, this holiday home is on the beach. Broadway at the Beach and The Market Common are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Myrtle Beach State Park and Myrtle Beach Beaches. Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Brookgreen Gardens are not to be missed. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Garden City, SC

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Garden City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • All Children's Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hudson's Surfside Flea Market - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tupelo Bay Golf Center - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪River City Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Conch Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Murrells Inlet holiday home is just steps away from Garden City Beach and Surfside Beach. Tupelo Bay Golf Center and W.O. "Bill" Martin Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a family trip to SC. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Direct 5BR Home w/ Resort Pool & Beach Access on 21 October 2026
Thanks for the review. Glad Portofino IV 2020 was a great fit for your family trip to South Carolina. We’d love to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, our family beach trip was wonderful. House was perfect and had so many kids items to make preparing food and going to the beach easy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thanks for the review — glad the home was beautiful and that your family beach trip was wonderful. Happy the house and the kids' items made meal prep and beach days easy. We’d love to host you again. Sea Star Realty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay at beach house

Great property. Great location. Stay here for a nice vacation. Close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing views

This house has amazing views with being right on the beach... The access was phenomenal... This house was perfect for me and my family... We're looking forward to our next vacation...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you for the kind words—we’re so glad the home and beach access made your stay special! We can’t wait to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

beach escape

House is really nice but blinds in master bedroom need to be updated .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the home and its oceanfront setting. We appreciate your input regarding the blinds in the master bedroom and will review this for potential updates. Your insights help us continue improving the guest experience, and we hope to welcome you back again!
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10/10 Excellent

A Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We just returned home from a two week stay. We had a wonderful time. The SeaStar staff was professional and accommodating. The property was recently updated and clean. I would recommend this property to others who want a perfect beach location. We have already booked for next year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The property is in a perfect location and extremely close to the water for small children.

Great location , great house layout , property management was prompt with issues . House could use a new deck and walkway!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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