Ocean views, then a stroll to dinner

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A living room with a sofa, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, wicker chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a round wooden table surrounded by wicker chairs, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view.
A covered balcony with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a pendant light.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • 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

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 1

Bath 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Folly Beach

Located in Folly Beach, this condo is on the beach. Charleston Music Hall and Charleston City Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and USS Yorktown. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, or consider a night out at The Charleston Pour House.
Map
Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Center Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Folly River Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Charleston City Market - 18 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 32 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bohemian Bull - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chico Feo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay @ Mermaid Cove - Opal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stay @ Mermaid Cove - Opal?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay @ Mermaid Cove - Opal?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay @ Mermaid Cove - Opal?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay @ Mermaid Cove - Opal located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches, Folly Beach Fishing Pier and Center Street. Folly Beach County Park and Folly River Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very efficient, being close to the beach and within walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Stay @ Mermaid Cove - Opal on 1 November 2026
Hi Tim! Thank you for the ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the convenient location and easy access to the beach, local restaurants, and shops. Being able to park the car and walk to everything makes for the perfect coastal getaway! Thank you for choosing Charleston Coast Vacations, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the beach and restaurants...clean...double master suites perfect for 2 couples
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2026
Hi! Thank you so much for the ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the convenient location close to the beach and local restaurants, and that you found the home clean and comfortable. We’re especially happy the double master suites were a perfect setup for your group! Thank you for choosing Charleston Coast Vacations, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, walkable to everything! Right by the pier- fantastic view. We loved the patio. Wonderful stay overall!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you for the kind words, Lisa! The view from this property really is fantastic and we're so happy you got to enjoy it. Thank you for choosing Charleston Coast Vacations and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints at all. This place was perfect for us. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thank you for the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, Eric! We're so grateful you chose Charleston Coast Vacations for your getaway and we'd love to welcome you back to the coast again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit gets 5 stars for location and price. It is NOT the Ritz Carlton, but the kitchen is new with up-to-date amenities and is well equipped. The location cannot be beat. It is walking distance to everything and sitting on the deck watching beach activities and feeling the wind in your hair is what the Folly Beach is all about. It is a great unit for a great price.I have stayed in several of the units at this address, and they are nicely maintained and the communication with the property manager has been spot on. They are friendly and efficient.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Thank you so much for the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, JoAnn! We are thrilled you enjoyed your time on the deck and always have such a great experience with our team. We are so grateful you chose Charleston Coast Vacations and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay on the Beach

We had a great weekend staying at this property. It’s close enough to walk to all of the restaurants and loved that it’s right next to the pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Clean and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Opal! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Property was clean, and just like advertised. It had everything we needed, and the location was fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
We're so glad to hear your enjoyed your stay in Opal at Mermaid Cove and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Very spacious, clean, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Mermaid Cove! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Much needed retreat weekend.

Could not have asked for a better weekend, weathered worked out perfect and 2 blocks from anything we needed. We enjoyed our stay immensely. Calming decor and cleanliness of the place was icing on the cake!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Mermaid Cove! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful condo and great location

The condo was modern and updated. Also right on the ocean. Super convenient to all the restaurants and market. We didn't have to drive anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Mermaid Cove! The convenient location of the condo really helps to make the vacation great!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great condo…great location!

Booked for a long weekend. Found condo in excellent condition with all of the amenities described. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Opal in Mermaid Cove! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!!

This condo offers an amazing view of the sunrise & walking distance to mostly everything on the island. Couldn’t ask for better!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Opal! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Folly Fun

Excellent location with great view of beach and pier. No need to use car as everything within walking distance. Nice accommodations and furnishings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Opal! We'd love to have y'all back to stay with us again soon on the Charleston Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and property

We had a great time while staying at this property. The kitchen has everything you could need, the house is very clean, and the view of the ocean is amazing right outside your back door. Any questions were immediately addressed and the property is in a great location. You can walk to local restaurants or drive into downtown Charleston which isn’t to far. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Folly

This location is amazing! The unit's bedding is subpar and there are not any beach towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Avoid this property - Terribly managed, moldy, and loudI had a horrible experience at this beach front condo and strongly advise looking elsewhere.When we arrived, the condo smelled overwhelmingly of mold and mildew, making it incredibly uncomfortable to stay in. To make matters worse, the noise level was unbearable. It was so loud and disruptive that I genuinely thought active construction was happening directly above us.The worst part of our stay, however, was the property manager. When we complained about the mold and noise, they completely ignored the issues and lied about taking care of them. No action was taken to fix the situation. After pushing for a resolution, the manager promised a partial refund. They then failed to deliver on that promise, only sending half of the agreed amount.When confronted, they claimed they "got it mixed up with someone else."This place is poorly maintained, and the management is dishonest and unhelpful. Save your money and your vacation by booking a place where the staff actually cares about hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall break

We had a great time! The room was great! The only problem is the bed in the master bedroom. It’s broken and could not sleep on it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, and thank you for reporting the bed! We'll have it checked out ASAP and repaired if needed!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had some housekeeping issues and electrical issues in one bedroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

NEED MORE WARNING ABOUT LACK OF ELEVATORS

My wife and I are both over 80 years old with health issues. lack of an elevator is a MAJOR issue for us. We needed help to get our bags up to our room. If this was pointed out in the information on the unit we certainly did see it. Poor sound insulation between us the floor above. Seems the folks above us were getting their steps in for the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you for your review, although vrbo does not require condo buildings to disclose lack of elevators, we have decided to add this to the listing to ensure no future guests are confused.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Terrible

The place smelled of rotten fish. Refrigerator was unusable due to the odor. I scrubbed and used air fresheners and purchased baking soda, but nothing helped. My son would not stay and my husband left after two days. The bathroom rugs were filthy- if using white and pink as colors the rungs need to be cleaned after each rental. I washed the rung. The walls are super thin. Screaming babies next door and partying over our head until 2 am. Not the birthday vacation I was hoping for. Very disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
We have a local and available staff for any issues that might arise during a stay as well as fantastic housekeeping teams available for touch up cleanings as needed. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team if anything is needed throughout your stay at Mermaid Cove. We wish that we had gotten a chance to improve this guest's experience, however we did not identify a smell during our property inspection prior to arrival and we did not hear from the guest until she was checking out on her departure day. We did provide a refund of the cleaning fee. Bath mats, along with the rest of the linens, are professionally laundered offsite after each reservation.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful view

This property has an amazing view off the large balcony! The unit is well furnished and very clean. Kitchen is nicely stocked with cooking utensils. My husband and I stayed and it was a nice beach getaway. I was disappointed with how much you could hear the neighbors from inside this unit. They were not being loud but I could hear them having a normal level conversation. I can’t imagine if it was a younger crowd how that would have been disturbing to our peaceful trip. The bed is not very comfortable or supportive. It needs a box spring. There was a misunderstanding as we stayed for 4 days and thought we got the beach chair rental included but I called and they said we didn’t qualify. Looking at the listing on my mobile device it cuts off the length requirement for this amenity on the webpage but can be seen on a computer. There is a nice company you can rent chairs and umbrella right outside the door! Overall, it was a nice place but I wouldn’t see myself coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
Thank you for your review! We appreciate the feedback from our first wave of guests for these brand new condos, so we are able to continue to improve the experience of future guests. The rental credit applies to four night stays, which would be why the credit didn't apply. Apologies for the confusion!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This condo was beautifully decorated and perfectly located. Some minor inconveniences as you'd expect with a brand new property, but nothing that detracted from our stay. Love love love it -- can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect pice of paradise in Folly

Loved our stay! The property was clean and right on the beach. Plenty of amenities and amazing customer service throughout!! Will be coming back to stay at the opal for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Beach front condo

A fantastic property. Easy access to beach. Short walk to shopping and restaurants. Very nice condo! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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