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4 BR Wild Dunes Beach Rental | 1 Block From Beach
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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10238.2 sq m
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Isle of Palms, SC
- Place, Front Beach13 min walk
- Place, Isle of Palms Beach13 min walk
- Place, Isle of Palms Marina16 min walk
- Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2 Queen Room
2 Queen Beds
Bonus Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
King Bedroom
1 King Bed
King Master Bedroom - 1st Floor
1 King Bed
Queen Room
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bath
Toilet
Hall Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
4 BR Wild Dunes Beach Rental | 1 Block From Beach
Barnacle Beach Retreat – 5 Barnacle Row, Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Renovated Coastal Home Steps From the Beach Path in Wild Dunes | Isle of Palms
Welcome to Barnacle Beach Retreat
Barnacle Beach Retreat is a beautifully renovated Isle of Palms vacation rental tucked just inside the gates of Wild Dunes—perfect for families and groups seeking comfort, beach access, and relaxed coastal living. With four bedrooms, three bathrooms, generous gathering spaces, and a direct beach path right out the back door, this Wild Dunes home offers a peaceful, family-friendly retreat less than three minutes from the sand.
✨ What You’ll Love ✨
*4 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms • Sleeps up to 11
*Two king bedrooms + one queen room + one room with two queens
*Additional sleeping area with full-size sleeper sofa
*Direct beach path behind the home—3-minute walk to the sand
*Professionally decorated with coastal-modern furnishings
*Fully stocked kitchen with breakfast nook + formal dining area
*Screened-in patio with comfortable lounge seating
*Fire pit with rocking chairs for cozy evenings
*Beach gear credit included with all stays (3–21 nights)
*High-speed WiFi, washer & dryer, linens, and essentials provided
*Located inside Wild Dunes near resort paths and amenities
🏡 The Space
Elegant Indoor Living
Step into a bright, professionally decorated coastal retreat designed for relaxation and easy gathering. The spacious living room offers comfortable seating for the whole family—perfect for movie nights, games, and reconnecting after a day in the waves. Coastal décor and soft, modern finishes bring the beach indoors, creating a serene experience from the moment you arrive.
🍽️ Chef’s Kitchen & Dining
The fully stocked kitchen sits just off the dining room and features upgraded appliances, renovated finishes, and everything you need for effortless cooking. Enjoy early-morning breakfasts at the breakfast nook or host family dinners at the dining table before heading outside to the fire pit.
The kitchen is equipped with all essentials—cookware, serveware, coffee maker, toaster, and more—making meal prep simple and enjoyable.
🛏️ Comfortable Bedrooms
This home features four well-appointed bedrooms, ideal for families and groups:
King Bedroom 1 – King bed with ensuite bath
• Spacious and professionally decorated
King Bedroom 2 – King bed with ensuite bath
• Comfortable layout for couples or additional adult guests
Queen Bedroom – One queen bed with shared hall bath
• Peaceful coastal design
Double Queen Bedroom – Two queen beds with shared hall bath
• Perfect for teens, friends, or additional family members
Kids’ Area – Full-size sleeper sofa
• Additional flexible sleeping space
All rooms are furnished with comfortable mattresses and bedding to ensure restful nights before long beach days.
☀️ Outdoor Living & Relaxation
Enjoy the shaded, breezy screened-in patio, a favorite spot for afternoon lounging, reading, or late-night conversations. Just beyond, the direct beach path makes getting to the sand quick and effortless.
After a day at the beach, gather around the outdoor fire pit in rocking chairs—perfect for s’mores, good company, and salty evening air.
🚗 Guest Access & Parking
Guests have private access to the entire home, including all bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, kitchen, screened porch, and outdoor spaces.
• Parking for up to 4 vehicles
• Beach gear credit included (3–21-night stays)
• Located steps from the beach and inside the Wild Dunes gates
Please note the home is not wheelchair accessible.
This setup is ideal for multigenerational families and groups who value comfort, privacy, and generous sleeping space.
🛁 Inspired Bathrooms
Each bedroom includes its own private full bath, offering spa-quality design and convenience. A sixth full bathroom ensures ample space for everyone. Fresh towels and a starter set of toiletries are provided for your stay.
☀️ Outdoor Living & Amenities
Step into your personal backyard paradise. The professionally landscaped space features:
Pollywood outdoor furniture
Covered custom cabana bar
Weber BBQ grill
String lights & outdoor fans
Spacious patio perfect for lounging or al fresco dining
Whether you're taking a refreshing swim, grilling dinner, or relaxing under the oak trees, the outdoor area is designed for creating lasting vacation memories.
🚗 Guest Access & Parking
Guests have private access to the entire home, including:
All bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces
Gourmet kitchen
Screened porch & multiple balconies
Elevator (instructions sent before arrival)
Parking is available for up to 6 vehicles.
Beach gear credit, check-in instructions, elevator information, and arrival details will be shared before your stay.
Linens / Toiletries - All bed linens, kitchen towels and bath towels are provided for your convenience. Also included is a "starter set" of toiletries such as toilet paper, bath & dish soaps, shampoo & conditioner, paper towels, etc. but please keep in mind you will most likely need to purchase these items after your initial arrival.
Parking - A maximum of 4 vehicles can be parked at this property.
Professional management is provided for this listing by IOP Escapes Vacation Rental
Important notes:
✧ Please be advised that all guests will be asked to sign a rental usage agreement that governs the terms of the stay. By completing the reservation you agree to the following:
✧ You agree to be bound by our rental terms and conditions.
✧ You acknowledge that you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, provide a valid credit card with a name that matches your ID, and pass through our verification portal and, in some instances, complete a criminal background check. The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.
✧ You understand that your check-in instructions might be withheld until you have successfully completed the rental agreement and provided a copy of valid ID.
✧ Any guest who confirms a reservation will be responsible for damages in an amount outlined in the rental agreement. An authorization hold in the amount of $750.00 will be placed on your credit card. It will be removed once you check-out and if nothing is damaged.
We are happy to host you for your stay with us! Please keep the following rules in mind during your stay:
1) Local guest reservation requests are subject to further review and questions. Please provide full name, # of guests, and reason for booking.
2) Reservations should include the correct number of guests staying. Please ask the host for permission to bring visitors over to the property.
3) Isle of Palms Noise Ordinance must be followed. Any violations of the noise ordinance are cause for immediate removal.
4) Please be courteous and respectful of the other neighboring residents and guests. Any behavior that results in a complaint by a neighbor, building resident, or HOA is considered violation of this rule.
5) If you have any issues during your stay, please notify us immediately. At check-out please leave the place as you found it upon your arrival. Any costs to repair or replace an item, fixture, or furnishing found damaged after your stay must be compensated by you. All damage and replacement costs include a labor charge.
6) Smoking, Vaping, and Parties of any kind are strictly forbidden.
7) Guests agree to follow the cancellation policy at the time of booking, and agree to any cancellation fee that may apply in the event of a cancellation. Guests agree there are no exceptions to the policy including illness, travel restrictions due to weather, and reasons related to Covid-19. Travel Insurance is offered to cover losses for cancellations during full penalty cancellation period.
10) Guests should inspect the property upon checking-in and notify Management of any issues, damage, missing amenities, or unsatisfactory conditions. Should there be an issue, guests will allow a reasonable amount of time during business hours for Management to address or provide a solution for any reported issues, or unsatisfactory conditions.
11)Pet fee required for all pet friendly rentals
* It is the guests' responsibility to ensure they have all their belongings before checking out. If guests would like an item shipped to them, there is a minimum of $25 shipping and handling fee plus the cost of shipping. We will hold items for 1 week if guests would like to coordinate a pickup of an item.
Renovated Coastal Home Steps From the Beach Path in Wild Dunes | Isle of Palms
Welcome to Barnacle Beach Retreat
Barnacle Beach Retreat is a beautifully renovated Isle of Palms vacation rental tucked just inside the gates of Wild Dunes—perfect for families and groups seeking comfort, beach access, and relaxed coastal living. With four bedrooms, three bathrooms, generous gathering spaces, and a direct beach path right out the back door, this Wild Dunes home offers a peaceful, family-friendly retreat less than three minutes from the sand.
✨ What You’ll Love ✨
*4 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms • Sleeps up to 11
*Two king bedrooms + one queen room + one room with two queens
*Additional sleeping area with full-size sleeper sofa
*Direct beach path behind the home—3-minute walk to the sand
*Professionally decorated with coastal-modern furnishings
*Fully stocked kitchen with breakfast nook + formal dining area
*Screened-in patio with comfortable lounge seating
*Fire pit with rocking chairs for cozy evenings
*Beach gear credit included with all stays (3–21 nights)
*High-speed WiFi, washer & dryer, linens, and essentials provided
*Located inside Wild Dunes near resort paths and amenities
🏡 The Space
Elegant Indoor Living
Step into a bright, professionally decorated coastal retreat designed for relaxation and easy gathering. The spacious living room offers comfortable seating for the whole family—perfect for movie nights, games, and reconnecting after a day in the waves. Coastal décor and soft, modern finishes bring the beach indoors, creating a serene experience from the moment you arrive.
🍽️ Chef’s Kitchen & Dining
The fully stocked kitchen sits just off the dining room and features upgraded appliances, renovated finishes, and everything you need for effortless cooking. Enjoy early-morning breakfasts at the breakfast nook or host family dinners at the dining table before heading outside to the fire pit.
The kitchen is equipped with all essentials—cookware, serveware, coffee maker, toaster, and more—making meal prep simple and enjoyable.
🛏️ Comfortable Bedrooms
This home features four well-appointed bedrooms, ideal for families and groups:
King Bedroom 1 – King bed with ensuite bath
• Spacious and professionally decorated
King Bedroom 2 – King bed with ensuite bath
• Comfortable layout for couples or additional adult guests
Queen Bedroom – One queen bed with shared hall bath
• Peaceful coastal design
Double Queen Bedroom – Two queen beds with shared hall bath
• Perfect for teens, friends, or additional family members
Kids’ Area – Full-size sleeper sofa
• Additional flexible sleeping space
All rooms are furnished with comfortable mattresses and bedding to ensure restful nights before long beach days.
☀️ Outdoor Living & Relaxation
Enjoy the shaded, breezy screened-in patio, a favorite spot for afternoon lounging, reading, or late-night conversations. Just beyond, the direct beach path makes getting to the sand quick and effortless.
After a day at the beach, gather around the outdoor fire pit in rocking chairs—perfect for s’mores, good company, and salty evening air.
🚗 Guest Access & Parking
Guests have private access to the entire home, including all bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, kitchen, screened porch, and outdoor spaces.
• Parking for up to 4 vehicles
• Beach gear credit included (3–21-night stays)
• Located steps from the beach and inside the Wild Dunes gates
Please note the home is not wheelchair accessible.
This setup is ideal for multigenerational families and groups who value comfort, privacy, and generous sleeping space.
🛁 Inspired Bathrooms
Each bedroom includes its own private full bath, offering spa-quality design and convenience. A sixth full bathroom ensures ample space for everyone. Fresh towels and a starter set of toiletries are provided for your stay.
☀️ Outdoor Living & Amenities
Step into your personal backyard paradise. The professionally landscaped space features:
Pollywood outdoor furniture
Covered custom cabana bar
Weber BBQ grill
String lights & outdoor fans
Spacious patio perfect for lounging or al fresco dining
Whether you're taking a refreshing swim, grilling dinner, or relaxing under the oak trees, the outdoor area is designed for creating lasting vacation memories.
🚗 Guest Access & Parking
Guests have private access to the entire home, including:
All bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces
Gourmet kitchen
Screened porch & multiple balconies
Elevator (instructions sent before arrival)
Parking is available for up to 6 vehicles.
Beach gear credit, check-in instructions, elevator information, and arrival details will be shared before your stay.
Linens / Toiletries - All bed linens, kitchen towels and bath towels are provided for your convenience. Also included is a "starter set" of toiletries such as toilet paper, bath & dish soaps, shampoo & conditioner, paper towels, etc. but please keep in mind you will most likely need to purchase these items after your initial arrival.
Parking - A maximum of 4 vehicles can be parked at this property.
Professional management is provided for this listing by IOP Escapes Vacation Rental
Important notes:
✧ Please be advised that all guests will be asked to sign a rental usage agreement that governs the terms of the stay. By completing the reservation you agree to the following:
✧ You agree to be bound by our rental terms and conditions.
✧ You acknowledge that you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, provide a valid credit card with a name that matches your ID, and pass through our verification portal and, in some instances, complete a criminal background check. The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.
✧ You understand that your check-in instructions might be withheld until you have successfully completed the rental agreement and provided a copy of valid ID.
✧ Any guest who confirms a reservation will be responsible for damages in an amount outlined in the rental agreement. An authorization hold in the amount of $750.00 will be placed on your credit card. It will be removed once you check-out and if nothing is damaged.
We are happy to host you for your stay with us! Please keep the following rules in mind during your stay:
1) Local guest reservation requests are subject to further review and questions. Please provide full name, # of guests, and reason for booking.
2) Reservations should include the correct number of guests staying. Please ask the host for permission to bring visitors over to the property.
3) Isle of Palms Noise Ordinance must be followed. Any violations of the noise ordinance are cause for immediate removal.
4) Please be courteous and respectful of the other neighboring residents and guests. Any behavior that results in a complaint by a neighbor, building resident, or HOA is considered violation of this rule.
5) If you have any issues during your stay, please notify us immediately. At check-out please leave the place as you found it upon your arrival. Any costs to repair or replace an item, fixture, or furnishing found damaged after your stay must be compensated by you. All damage and replacement costs include a labor charge.
6) Smoking, Vaping, and Parties of any kind are strictly forbidden.
7) Guests agree to follow the cancellation policy at the time of booking, and agree to any cancellation fee that may apply in the event of a cancellation. Guests agree there are no exceptions to the policy including illness, travel restrictions due to weather, and reasons related to Covid-19. Travel Insurance is offered to cover losses for cancellations during full penalty cancellation period.
10) Guests should inspect the property upon checking-in and notify Management of any issues, damage, missing amenities, or unsatisfactory conditions. Should there be an issue, guests will allow a reasonable amount of time during business hours for Management to address or provide a solution for any reported issues, or unsatisfactory conditions.
11)Pet fee required for all pet friendly rentals
* It is the guests' responsibility to ensure they have all their belongings before checking out. If guests would like an item shipped to them, there is a minimum of $25 shipping and handling fee plus the cost of shipping. We will hold items for 1 week if guests would like to coordinate a pickup of an item.
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About the area
Isle of Palms
Located in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Front Beach and Waterfront Park, while Patriots Point and South Carolina Aquarium are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Credit One Stadium or Shipyard Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Isle of Palms, SC
What's nearby
- Front Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Isle of Palms Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Isle of Palms Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
- College of Charleston - 23 min drive - 26.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
- Circle K - 4 min drive
- Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - 5 min drive
- The Refuge - 4 min drive
- Windjammer - 5 min drive
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18 August 2024
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Great house!
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28 July 2024
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Beautiful house
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8 November 2023
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Loved our IOP stay
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12 March 2023
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28 August 2023
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Great place
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6 August 2023
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Great stay
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10/10 Excellent
Kristie S.
12 May 2024
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Great house for a large group
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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16 January 2023
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10 June 2025
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10/10 Excellent
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15 May 2023
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1 October 2024
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30 May 2023
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28 May 2024
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Mike A.
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