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Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras!

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Surfside Beach
  • Place, Hudson's Surfside Flea Market
  • Place, Ocean Lakes Beach
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 King Front Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Queen - Front Patio

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Queen Middle Hallway

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4- Bunk Bed Hallway

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5- Queen off of kitchen area

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras!

By the Pond is a beautiful one level beach house located in Surfside Beach, SC. Has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Can sleep up to 10 total people max (up to 8 adults max and 4 kids max) , Has 2 living areas to allow some get away from eachother time :) Has private salt water pool (heating available @ $300), and a golf cart provided for guest use. Has all the amenities you need to make this your home away from home. Awesome location that is convenient to the beach, shopping, dining and local attractions. Please look at the pictures and videos, and read the reviews. We would love for you to stay, if have any questions, or would like to book, please send us an email. Thanks, Kathy& Steve

This home requires a weekly 7 day rental of Saturday to Saturday during summer peak season (June- August) with check in at 4:00 PM an checkout before 10:00 AM. During rest of year stays are available for as low as a 2-3 day stay,

When make booking request to us, we will email for some addiitional guest information of which we require repies to us at time of request, Reservations are created when payment is made on owner approved booking requests. We sometimes get multiple inquiries for same date ranges that we quote multiple people on the same day. A quote does not equal a reservation or dates held until paid and approved.

In order to book our home you must read over the required Rental Agreement we will provide after acceptance, complete all required information, and return with drivers license verifying your agreement to the stated terms that they are acceptable and will be followed. Please notify us if have any questions on this.

We generally only allow Family rentals with responsible adult over 25 years of age. We do not rent to groups under 30 years of age. Any non family groups, and/ or people bringing motorcycles or trailers please contact us prior to requesting to book to get approval to reserve.

From a guest who stayed- "Our stay was wonderful! It was a great location for our family to stay and spend a week together at the beach. I would like to make a couple recommendations for future stays. Definitely advertise all the wonderful additional amenities that your home provides: beach toys/boogie board items (those are awesome things for families), your game selections for entertainment for kiddos, just how easy access and close it is to the beach, lots of kitchen utensils"

Golf cart is legal to ride on streets in Surfside and includes permit to allow free parking at all golf cart parking areas,including golf cart beach access parking throughout Surfside.

Ours is a family home which we rent to families only with the renting adult parents being over the age of 30. We only want responsible guests who will care for and cherish our home like we do.

Before booking or requesting to book home we request that you read over required Rental Agreement (displayed before asking for payment information during reservation request) to verify our terms are acceptable and if you have any questions.

Keywords: Large lot water, dock, nicely decorated, 1.5 blocks to ocean, 2 living rooms, floor level single story home, golf cart, covered carport, 3 covered porches, charming cottage, scenic views, beach decor, cable, wi fi internet. SWIMMING POOL, golf cart provided at no additional charge . Great reviews and fantastic location, close to beach. Heated pool available at additional charge

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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: 28
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
When you send request, you must quickly answer our questions or risk cancellation. You must provide your email to receive the Rental Agreement.
The RA must be read, completed, agreed to, and returned within 24 hours after our approval or you may be cancelled and have to pay credit card fees.
Primary renter 30+ w/ID. No: smoking,motorcycles (w/o permission), trailers/RV's, animals. Only those listed on RA are allowed on property.

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 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, a first aid kit 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surfside Beach

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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 popular attractions can visit Family Kingdom Amusement Park and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach. Consider Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place for a night out or Ripley's Aquarium if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Surfside Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Garden City Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hudson's Surfside Flea Market - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ocean Lakes Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pier at Garden City - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪River City Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Los Cabos - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Neal & Pam's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras! have a pool?

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

Is Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Ocean, Beach & Water, Pvt. One Level Home,Pool, Porches,Golf Cart, Extras! located?

This family-friendly Surfside Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Surfside Dog Park, Wild Water and Wheels and Garden City Beach. Hudson's Surfside Flea Market and Grand Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PENNY G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our group of 8. The golf cart was a terrific bonus. Had everything we needed and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean house!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Relaxing weekend with top notch accommodations

This was our second stay at the property and it once again lived up to expectations. Plenty of room for two families with children and an ideal location for beach access and entertainment/dining options. The golf cart and beach chairs came in handy during our trip. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

A great place!

We had a wonderful time! Your place was just the vacation we hoped for. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Everything was perfect!

By The Pond had everything we needed for the most amazing vacation. The pool was so relaxing. The golf cart and beach chairs made going to the beach a breeze and so many toys for the kids! Sitting by the pond with coffee was the best way to wake up every day. No need to go anywhere as this place was perfect for cooking all our meals and had so much to keep everyone entertained the entire week!

10/10 Excellent

April K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

By the Pond was a great house to stay in for vacation!

House was awesome! Very clean! Tons of things supplied! We would definitely book again! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leokadia B.

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

Close to beach

This is a great property close to the beach. We really liked the pool and the golf cart was very convenient. The property owners were responsive with any questions we had. Will likely stay with them again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Labor Day Getaway

Charming ground floor cottage in great location. The included linens and golf cart were wonderful bonus. The pond with turtles was big hit with kids as well as playground in sight of house and pool. Lots of chairs and places to sit and relax. We had great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Excellent rental

The house was perfect for us. Very very clean and stocked with needed items. Amenities such as beach chairs, ping pong table, golf cart, and private pool were used all week. Nice quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Don& Mary S.

A very comfortable stay

We have stayed a number of times and have always had a pleasant and enjoyable stay. The bed in the master bedroom is still very comfortable, and we rest well in it every time. The golf cart is very convenient to hop in and have a quick ride to the beach. The turtles are still fun to watch and feed at times. The house is pretty well maintained and provides a comfortable experience for each visit. Steve and Kathy are the easiest to book with from the beginning to the end.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill L., Danville, Ky

A little bit of everything.

What a fun place! The house was just right for our group of ten. Plenty of sleeping spots, two gathering areas, three full baths, nice kitchen. The little extras are what made it more fun. Handy little pool just out the door, golf cart to haul stuff to the beach, ping pong table was a real hit with the grandkids. The neighborhood was quiet and convenient and the little park next-door gave a less crowded feel. We had a great time and would certainly do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

LACY B.

Perfection!

This was by far one of the nicest, cleanest, and convenient homes we have ever stayed at. Everything we needed and wanted for our vacation was included. The pool was great and the location and golf cart were amazing. It rained the first two days of our vacation but the little extras made it bearable with 3 kids. We wanted a nice family vacation and it ended up exceeding our expectations. The house layout was perfect for us and the neighborhood left us wanting to stay longer. Kathy and Steve were great to work with and it was a seamless check in and out. Hoping to return to this property and make it our yearly spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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

LOVED IT

Loved the home Loved the location Loved the area, nice and quiet. My granddaughter enjoyed feeding the turtles, in the turtle pond. I enjoy sitting by pond with my coffee in the mornings. We took advantage of enjoying the golf cart, we rode through the neighborhood checking out the scenery. We would stay again. Kathy reached out to check and made sure there was problems with checking in and that they were available if we needed them. Long story short, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

My family has been staying at "By the Pond" for about eight years now and the experience is always amazing!

"By the Pond" is a larger than meets the eye house. There is plenty of room for my family in which everyone gets their own room. The house is clean and spacious. The pool and pool deck area are great for lounging and playing. The beach is a very short walk and even shorter golf cart ride away. The kids love playing in the pool, watching the turtles in the pond and the dogs in the park across from the pond. Steve and Kathy are great and in the off chance that you need something, they are quick to respond. I couldn't think of staying anywhere else in Surfside Beach.
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10/10 Excellent

J. Erin O.

Fifth Year! Perfect!

We always enjoy our time at On The Pond. Beach, pool, golf cart, turtles. Little touches throughout the house. Well stocked kitchen with pans, Pyrex baking dishes, etc. To cut down on dishwashing, we brought heavy weight paper plates, platters and cups. Very clean. Walmart, Food Lions nearby for grocery shopping.
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

Only place we stay!

Awesome, cozy house. Perfect for my family, couldn't imagine staying anywhere else!
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10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

Perfect house at Surfside

This was our third time staying at this house. The house is spacious inside and out. Love the outdoor furniture and pool. The kids always love seeing the turtles. Short walk to the beach and golf cart provided in price. Owners are very nice and always prompt to answer. Hope to visit again in the future. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

A great getaway

We found the property to be just like the description! The hosts were so fantastic to work with and promptly answered any questions we had. They were swift in making adjustments as needed. We will stay with them again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

Wonderful

The house was great and the weather was wonderful the entire week!

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Great Location

This house is in a great location, close to the beach but also in a quiet neighborhood. The private pool was wonderful and the use of the golf cart made it easy to get to the beach and to the pier. The owners checked in to make sure everything was going well which was nice. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

Perfect family vacation spot

The property is clean and spacious. The short walk to the beach is a plus. Many extras make your stay more enjoyable, including bikes, beach chairs, a golf cart, and a ping pong table! The owner is very responsive and helpful if needs arise. We've stayed here multiple years and plan to return! Thanks for a great vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Everything was perfect!

By The Pond had everything we needed for the most amazing vacation. The pool was so relaxing. The golf cart and beach chairs made going to the beach a breeze and so many toys for the kids! Sitting by the pond with coffee was the best way to wake up every day. No need to go anywhere as this place was perfect for cooking all our meals and had so much to keep everyone entertained the entire week!
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10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

Great family vacay spot

This was our second time staying at By the Pond and although our trip was cut short by the weather we still love it there and I'm sure we'll be back again in the future. The house has everything you need and loads of space. The location is perfect. Close to the beach and a quick drive to Murrell's Inlet if you want to venture out for some great restaurants in the evening. Love the convenience of taking the golf cart to Benjamin's to grab a coffee and some delicious breakfast in the morning. And the pond right outside has so many turtles! Kathy and Steve are great and always checking in to make sure you have everything you need. Highly recommend staying here!!
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Perfect week with a perfect house!

The house was very accommodating, clean and spacious. It is bigger on the inside than it looks. Love the two sitting areas. The kids loved the pool, the pond with the turtles and riding the golf cart. The golf cart was a huge help with all the little ones. Perfect weak!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

The perfect house for our family!

Staying at "By the Pond" has become my family's summer tradition over the last six years. We couldn't imagine staying anywhere else. This house checks all of the boxes! We look forward to continuing to stay at "By the Pond" for many years to come.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy & Steve

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Kathy and I love our homes in Surfside Beach SC, “The Family Beach”. Throughout the years we vacationed at many different places along the coast of North and South Carolina. When we stayed at Surfside Beach, we knew this was the place we wanted to purchase a home at. It has so much more to offer than the other coastal areas we visited previously- it is a small family-oriented town only 2 miles long, that is clean, safe, and close to all the activities of the Myrtle Beach Grand Strand, and is golf cart and pedestrian friendly so you can leave the car parked and just enjoy family time.

When we were younger, we stayed at many places, but they always seemed to let us down- issues with cleanliness, location, amenities, etc. We decided if we were ever fortunate enough to own a beach home that we, or people who visited our home, would never experience these issues. We offer everything possible at our homes. We handle all rentals on our own, being most rental companies are concerned with profit above guest satisfaction. We do everything possible to ensure a 5 star stay for our guests who often become friends over the years, and even have a local contact, who is a friend of ours, to help handle any unforeseen issues that one may incur during their stay.

We try to make sure our homes have everything that you would have at your personal home like a well-stocked kitchen and laundry, plus nice amenities while on vacation like private pools, hammocks, linens and house towels, beach toys and chairs, ping pong, and some of the homes also have elevators, and included golf carts. On top of all of that our places are clean, and none of them are very far from the beach, or shopping, restaurants, and attractions.

We look forward to having the opportunity to be your hosts!

Kathy& Steve

Why they chose this property

Best location in Myrtle Beach area. Family friendly with little noise and traffic, but convenient to everything. Our home is on one of the nicest lots in Surfside Beach near the ocean, next to a pond, and near a park with children's playsets. We also have a golf cart available for our guests along with our nice private swimming pool.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful setting with water view of pond and close to the ocean.
Private pool with heating available. Enjoy watching wildlife and turtles in the pond. Park located across the water from the home offering slides, children play items, park benches,horseshoes, and boccie ball.
Home also has numerous decks to sit on and relax. Interior of home is all one level with a calming, nicely decorated atmosphere.
Well stocked kitchen, and has 2 living rooms so can get get some family seperation when needed :)
Golf cart available for your use during stay,
Built as a home for us to enjoy, not for being a rental property.
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