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Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat

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A spacious living area with a modern sofa, armchairs, and a large rug.
A modern house with a wooden deck, large windows, and a balcony.
A spacious living area with a large dining table, white chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery through large windows.
King Bed
An outdoor lounge area with a pool, seating arrangements, and a view of the cityscape.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Folly Beach Fishing Pier

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Place, Center Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Charleston Music Hall and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park or TD Arena.
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Map
Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly River Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Center Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Folly Island Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Charleston City Market - 18 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 27 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chico Feo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Folly River Park, Center Street and Folly Island Beaches. Folly Beach Fishing Pier and Folly Beach County Park are also within 2 miles (3 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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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is amazing!!! The beds were very comfortable, which is always very important to me. In South Carolina there’s always a change for bugs and lizards but didn’t see any while there. YAY!!It’s close to everything on the main street and a short ride into Charleston plus a very short walk to Bert’s, the best 24 hour store ever. The beach is also a short walk and makes for beautiful pictures and videos.The house itself is a work of art in every way! Communication with the owners was immediate and courteous via the app.I highly recommend this property. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Makai House | Tranquil Folly Retreat on 19 October 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing review Beverly! We’re thrilled you loved the home, found the beds comfortable, and enjoyed the convenient location near the beach, Bert’s, and everything the area has to offer. We’re also glad our team made communication easy throughout your stay. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again! Blue Skies, Duvet Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house and lawn that is convenient to so much: the beach, stores, restaurants, parks etc. It had everything one needs to enjoy a respite on Folly Beach. I wish the bedrooms had ceiling fans, but that was my only issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2026
Thank you so much for the review James! We are so glad you enjoyed the home and your trip to Folly! We hope to host you again. Blue Skies, Duvet team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming, left clear instructions, house was immaculate.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review Randy! We loved hosting you and hope to see you again. Blue Skies, Team Duvet
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very cool house, very clean, comfortable beds! The only issue we had was a couple of leaks in the ceilings it rained quite hard with some heavy wind no fault of anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2026
Thank you for your review of your stay with us - We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in our home and on Folly! Thank you for your understanding regarding the leaks while we worked to get them fixed. We would love to welcome you back again soon. Blue Skies, Stay Duvet
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and excellent location

We stayed at the property for a family trip and had a fantastic experience. The house is beautiful and very functionally designed for multiple families, in an excellent location, walkable to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2024
Basak, Thank you for your 5 star review and positive feedback about the home! We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future. Blue Skies, Team Duvet
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous gathering location

Stunning details with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the property. The showers at every turn are amazing!!! High end but very comfortable for families traveling together
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2023
We're thrilled that you were happy with your stay! Please remember Stay Duvet whenever you return to Charleston. We'd love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Fun

Absolutely beautiful inside and out! Lots of space to gather together or to escape for some quiet time alone. Will definitely be back to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words Beverly! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the space and found it perfect for both gathering together and relaxing on your own. We can’t wait to host you again on your next visit! Safe travels until then and Blue Skies, The Stay Duvet Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot

We stayed with a group. Plenty of room for everyone. Fully stocked kitchen, great appliances. BEAUTIFUL yard, close to the beach the shops. Easy parking, Excellent communication and amazing amazing hosts. Will stay again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2025
We're so glad the home worked well for your group Christine! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the spaciousness, fully stocked kitchen, and beautiful yard. We're happy the location was convenient for the beach and shops, and that parking was easy. Thank you for your kind words about our communication—we’d love to host you again and again! Blue Skies, Team Duvet
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Staycation

The pictures don’t do the property justice! The house was beautiful in a quiet neighborhood with everything thing you could ask for. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2023
I appreciate the feedback! It was a pleasure to host you all! : ) We would welcome you all back at any time. Thanks again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed during a nor’easter, so we definitely stress-tested the property. Unfortunately, the front windows and door area leaked during the storm, causing water on the floor and a small patch of ceiling paint to fall. The management office responded quickly, but the “fix” was just a bucket and a few towels. Thermostats are confusing. Maybe a manual would help guests. There were also small ants in the bedrooms — easy to overlook for a beach house, but they can get into luggage. Since there aren’t dresser drawers, storage becomes a bit tricky. We also noticed dog hair on the bean bag chairs in the living room.On the positive side, the kitchen is very well equipped with everything you’d need to cook, and the radiant floors in the bathrooms were a really nice touch. The location is excellent, close to both the beach and local restaurants.For the price point, it’s worth being aware of these issues, but with a little attention to maintenance and cleanliness, this could be a fantastic rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Thank you for your detailed feedback Norma. We’re sorry for the issues you encountered during the storm and appreciate your patience while our team responded. We’ve addressed the leak and are improving thermostat instructions and reviewing cleaning procedures. We’re glad you enjoyed the location, well-equipped kitchen, and radiant floors, and we hope to welcome you back for an even better stay next time. Blue Skies, Team Duvet
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

A new, modern home a few blocks away from the beach. Our family really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thank you for the great review, Christa!
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