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GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S

Family-friendly holiday home in Isle of Palms with an outdoor pool

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Exterior
Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Isle of Palms, SC
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedflex

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S

This is a very quiet part of the island. Please note that there is a very strict NO PARTY POLICY.

Rent now for the best spot on the island. Fantastic location for family vacation. Isle of Palms best kept secret! Welcome to "Carolina in my Mind" in the beautiful Isle of Palms. This is the very quiet part of the beach. We sit on a lovely street, Carolina Boulevard and are only a three-minute walk to the beach with easy, flat beach access. It's important that your vacation stay be wonderful with an exceptional experience. We have thought of everything to make the stay memorable from the quality bed linens to a commercial ice maker maintaining an equivalent of eight bags of ice.

Upon entering "Carolina in my Mind" you will realize, this house is like no other. The beautiful furnishings and design, numerous outdoor decks, unbelievable rooftop views, to enjoy the beautiful IOP sunsets, private pool and cornhole course are just a few of the amenities making this your home away from home. You will not be disappointed.

The difference is in the details:

-Top luxury comforters and duvet cover. Lush bath towels and beach towels and bath amenities included for everyone.
-Well stocked kitchen: All plates, glasses, utensils and bar ware. Outside Grill with propane. Commercial ice maker outside. Two refrigerators. Two one cup Keurig coffee makers and one pot coffee maker.
-Elevator serving all three levels. (Use upon request)
-Private Pool
-Champion style cornhole course (Boards and Bags included)
-Two full size decks with ocean and pool views
-Fully furnished rooftop with amazing ocean views and sunset views. Also views of the Ravenel Bridge and Sullivan's Island. Perfect sunset cocktail spot.
-Televisions in each bedroom and bedflex/study. All televisions have Roku (can use your code for Netflix, Hulu, etc. Large television in family room. Family television featuring cable and Roku.
-Playpen and highchair available upon request.
-Beach wagon, cooler, umbrella, beach chairs, beach towels and two fishing chairs available.
-Front room office with printer and pull-out queen-size sofa bed. Could be used as a sixth bedroom.
-Outdoor Shower by pool

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! Carolina in my Mind is located close to the best spot on the beach. We are located on the quiet side of the island with wide beaches and away from the traffic and crowds. After a quick two minute walk to the beach you can stroll waterfront and discover a landscape of unmatched beauty along the coast. It's not unusual to encounter dolphins at play or see a sea turtle swimming. Every day you walk will be a different experience. It's the best place to collect beautiful sea shells and make great memories. The breach inlet is just a short walk from the house , where you can take in the ocean breeze, gaze at the Ravenel Bridge or go for dinner/cocktails at the Boathouse Restaurant.

A short drive to or bike ride to Isle of Palms restaurants or to Sullivan's Island. A ten minute drive will get you to Mount Pleasant that has numerous restaurants and shops. Don't forget Shem Creek where you can enjoy food and views right on the water. Last but certainly not least you are only a 20 minute drive to the "Holy City"...the best Southern city in the world!

HOUSE LAYOUT

1st Floor
Bedroom with King size bed and ensuite full bath with tub/shower combination.
Study/Bed Flex - Queen size sleeper sofa, printer and desk, option to use as an office or bedroom or both.

Fully stocked kitchen with marble countertops and high end appliances. Island bar seats four people. The dining area is adjacent to the kitchen and comfortably seats ten people. Bar cart in dining area to hold bar items and drinks. Kitchen is stocked with all plates and utensils. Turkey roaster and crockpot for holiday entertaining.

Family room has two full sofas that mirror each other and two chairs that share an ottoman, gas fireplace in family room and large television with cable and can also access such channels has Netflix, Hulu, etc. The voice activated remote control makes it easy to channel search. Powder room/half bath off the kitchen.

Deck with two swivel rocking chairs and small table adjacent to family room which overlooks pool and cornhole area.

2nd Floor -

Master Bedroom - King size bed with double vanity, oversized walk-in shower featuring rain shower head and sprayer. Custom designed closet by Charleston Closet with ample drawer space. Master bedroom also opens out to fully decorated second floor deck with ocean and pool views and easy access to to the rooftop. Features a one cup coffee machine for enjoying a cup of coffee while watching the sunrise from the rooftop.

Bedroom 1 - Two full size beds with Jack and Jill bathroom featuring own vanity/toilet but shares large shower with bedroom two.

Bedroom 2 - Queen size bed with Jack and Jill bathroom featuring own vanity/toilet but shares large shower with Bedroom one.

Bedroom 3 - Queen size bed with full ensuite bathroom and large walk-in shower.

Full laundry room with standard size washer and dryer.

Roof Top Deck - Just off the spiral stairs from the 2nd floor deck is the roof top deck. Complete with table and four chairs, two swivel chairs and one chaise lounge. Perfect area for enjoying great Atlantic views, marsh views, sunrise and sunsets.

Each full bathroom is equipped with luxury bath items, make-up towels, lush towels and blow dryer.

Basement/Pool Area

5 Lounge chairs around the pool.
Outdoor shower
Refrigerator
Commercial (8 bag ice maker)
Built in custom cornhole pads/Cornhole boards and bags
Grill with extra propane tanks
Furniture around the grill on order
Beach cooler, chairs, beach wagon, umbrella and fishing chairs

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION

Check in is at 4:00 pm and check out is at 10:00 am.

No smoking

WE DO NOT ALLOW ANY PARTIES OF ANY TYPE. THERE IS A VERY STRICT NOISE ORIDIANCE ON THE ISLAND. RENTERS ARE SUBJECT TO A FINE BY THE ISLE OF PALMS POLICE IF THERE IS A DISTRUBANCE.

During May - Mid August rentals are for a week and from Saturday to Saturday only

NO PETS
NO PARTIES OR WEDDINGS

For your safety there is a Nest Camera on the outside of the house.

The garage can fit three cars in it and there is room for three cars in the driveway. Please do not park in the yard. Cars parked on the street will be ticketed.

Diving in the pool is prohibited
There is a charge to heat the pool.

Pool is cleaned once a week.

Our home sleeps twelve people comfortably, with the pull-out queen sleeper sofa.

Persons renting this home are required to be 25 years old or older

THERE ARE NO EARLY CHECK IN'S OR LATE CHECK OUT'S DURING MAY-SEPTEMBER.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out is at 10 am
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Diving in swimming pool
NO PETS OF ANY KIND. IF A PET IS FOUND TO BE AT THE HOUSE YOU WILL BE ASK TO LEAVE AND CHARGED A FEE. NO HANGING BANNERS ON THE WALLS.
No parties or events. Blow up pools, jumping castles, play yards are not allowed. No tents or campers allowed. No glitter or confetti.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Isle of Palms

Located in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Fort Sumter and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Patriots Point and South Carolina Aquarium. Consider Historic Rice Mill for a night out or Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park if you're travelling with kids. Parasailing, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Isle of Palms, SC

What's nearby

  • Front Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Isle of Palms Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sullivan's Island Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Isle of Palms Marina - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 14 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Windjammer - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Joe's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Refuge - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GREAT FALL/WINTER RATES/ROOFTOP/POOL/LUXURY/3 MINUTE TO BEACH/NEAR SULLIVAN'S located?

This family-friendly Isle of Palms holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Front Beach and Isle of Palms Beach. Sullivan's Island Beach and Breach Inlet are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house worked out great for our family reunion. The home was clean and very well appointed. Contact with the host was super easy. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a perfect location. Short stroll to the beach or hang out in the outdoor pool. Close to Charleston and great local restaurants. Communication with owner was great. We had a problem with the grill the 1st day. Owner responded immediately and had a new grill dropped off the following day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location! Was a perfect spot on Isle of Palms and the home layout was ideal for our family with 4 adult children and one grandchild. Marian was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great stay in IOP

Fantastic property for our family of 5 adults to visit and enjoy all that Isle of Palms has to offer. We had a minor issue shortly after check in that was immediately addressed by the host. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

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

Best girls weekend ever!

We had the greatest time celebrating our bride to be in this beautiful home. The pool, the open floor plan of the house and the close proximity to the beach made this one of the best girls weekends ever. Marian responded quickly and was very helpful.Would absolutely recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darby S.

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

Fantastic Experience and Home

Very clean and beautiful home! Great communication before and during our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

First class experience

We had a great week on IOP staying at Carolina in my Mind. Great communication with the owner and outstanding amenities not usually found in rental homes such as ice machine, beach chairs/wagons, and competition cornhole set (slide rite bags iykyk). There was even a large pot for a seafood boil. The weather was perfect which allowed us to bounce between beach and pool with ease, while enjoying meals with friends and family around a huge table and open living space. Already looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

family vacation 2024

This is an amazing property! The location is a quick walk to the beach. The house is beautifully decorated and designed. The backyard pool was perfect for our extended family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

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

Great house

We have stayed in a lot of beach house but this was one of the best. Great furnishings, clean, and highly organized. Perfect spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheetal T.

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

Great Beach Vacation

Our entire group was very impressed by the property and the amenities it includes. The check out process was simpler than any other place we have stayed. Thank you for helping us make memories together!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

408 Carolina Blvd

Very nice house and great location. Exactly as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Fabulous

This was our second stay at the property and it was just as wonderful as the first time! The owner/manager provided everything we needed and more. The house is beautiful and very comfortable, also in a great location close to the beach. We loved staying there and would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

IOP vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, beautiful, and well-maintained and was stocked with lots of extras including beach chairs, toys, and towels and plenty of kitchen supplies. The backyard pool area was also very nice. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

M T.

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

Another enjoyable stay!

This was our fourth stay at Carolina in my Mind and it’s always a great experience. The home is clean, well stocked and maintained. I also appreciate the one simple checkout instruction to load and start the dishwasher as we are leaving. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

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

Gorgeous House

The house was beautiful and perfect location. The pictures don’t do it justice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

Wonderful house!

We had a wonderful stay. The house was beautifully decorated, comfortable, spacious, great location to both the beach and all Sullivans and IOP has to offer. Exactly as advertised. Hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

colleen h., Atlanta, GA

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

Beautiful Beach House

We (two families with children under 12) loved staying at Carolina in My Mind. Excellent location, spacious and extremely clean as well as beautifully decorated. The beds were super comfy as well! The rooftop views were amazing. Everything we needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Best Girls Trip Yet

We had the best time at this home! Everything was so beautifully decorated and home. We loved curling up on the couch (plenty of blankets) with the fireplace on. This place had one of the best stocked kitchens for cooking and entertaining. Hope we can be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

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

Wonderful Family vacation

First class accommodations! Everything you need. The kitchen was fully equiped, the pool was fantastic after a long day at the beach. The owner has this place set up for relaxation. The ice machine was fantastic to have at a beach house. The whole family just loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Wonderful!

We had an amazing stay at the Kemp beach house for a long weekend in Charleston! The house is gorgeous, very clean and extremely well stocked. It was so close to the beach and has lots of space to hang out and enjoy the ocean breeze. The host was super responsive and made everything easy. We wanted to never leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

We Will Be Back

This house was a dream….. short walk to beach plus a pool to enjoy! It was beyond nice to have that many bathrooms. The towels, bedding and amenities were wonderful! It could not be improved, so perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., null

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

Carolina on my mind

Beautiful, well-equipped house with a 5 minute walk to a pristine beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C., Charlotte

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

Beautiful stay on IOP

I rented this house with a group of friends for a girls weekend. The home is even more stunning in person (if that’s even possible) and beautifully located near the beach and close to downtown. The house was spotless and cleaned exceptionally well. The pool and the views were fantastic! Highly recommend booking for your next stay on IOP!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara P.

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

Amazing property & perfect location!

Marian was a wonderful host! So communicative and helpful. The house is just as gorgeous as the photos show it to be. Extremely comfortable and well stocked! We will be renting again for sure!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nina Z.

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

Everything You Need…And Then Some!

Couldn’t have asked for a better vacation home for our annual girls trip. The photos don’t do it justice! The house is absolutely stunning and so thoughtful stocked with everything from toiletries to kitchen supplies. We loved the outdoor area and took full advantage of the heated pool and grill. Being in walking distance to the beach was also a huge plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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Hosted by Marian Kemp

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