Folly Beach vacation rentals

Enjoy the water from a Folly Beach cabin rental

Folly Beach is a great place for Charleston cabin rentals. It boasts many attractions for couples and families, such as the shops, restaurants, and amusements of Folly Beach Pier and Center Street. You can also spend time on the area's gorgeous beaches and vibrant wildlife habitats, such as the Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve. Folly Beach is also popular for water sports like windsurfing, surfing, and sea kayaking, so you can take in everything that the area has to offer.

Historic sites near Folly Beach vacation homes

Folly Beach is filled with interesting historic sites to explore during your trip. Vacation rentals are available near places like Morris Island Lighthouse, a Civil War-era lighthouse with tranquil surrounds, and Castle Pinckney, a Civil War ruin site with a former fort and sweeping coastal views. You'll also enjoy Fort Johnson, a military historic site and former fort with excellent fishing opportunities.

Tourist attractions near Folly Beach vacation rentals

Take a long walk on the 1,000-foot Folly Beach Pier, smack dab in the middle of the bustling boardwalk. Charming Charleston with its cobblestone streets and pastel antebellum houses is just 10 miles away from many Folly Beach vacation rentals. Or set off for Sullivan's Island where you can visit the historical military site of Fort Moultrie or see where the first shots of the Civil War were fired at Fort Sumter National Monument. And the kids can cool off at Splash Zone Waterpark or Blackbeard's Cove Family Fun Park.

Things to do near Folly Beach vacation homes

Center Street's the main road here, so mosey on down there for some shopping and eating. Food lovers will find all kinds of southern flair at Folly Beach's many restaurants, so get a side of grits with those fried oysters. And what better place to enjoy these eats than on the waterfront? The boardwalk's a few steps from the uber-wide beach and it has something for everyone. Wanna laze on the shore with a cold beer? You have a ton of beach bars beckoning you. If you'd rather dive in the water, there's surfing, kayaking, and more.

Best excursions from Folly Beach vacation rentals

Folly Beach is the ideal base camp for exploring the attractions of Charleston. Vacation rentals are just a short ride from places like Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, a lush pre-Revolutionary War garden with train and boat tours, and Patriots Point, a military museum with retired Naval aircraft, ships, and submarines. You could also visit the South Carolina Aquarium, a huge aquarium with interactive exhibits and hundreds of marine species.

Climate for your stay in Folly Beach vacation rentals

The warm vibes match the weather when you book Folly Beach vacation rentals. Busy season and hot weather starts in May and lasts through September, with highs in the mid 80s. This is also the rainy season, with July and August being the wettest months. Keep in mind this exposed coast may get an occasional storm during hurricane season, which is July to November. The mild winters, which have temps in the 40s, are a great time to whale watch. And it's the south, so yeah, it's humid, but Folly Beach has the benefit of cool sea breezes to take the edge off.

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Folly Beach

Travelers enjoy Folly Beach for its seaside and sunsets. Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Folly Beach is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Folly Island Beaches (0.5 mi / 0.9 km)
• Waterfront Park (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
• Marion Square (9.1 mi / 14.7 km)
• Angel Oak Tree (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
• Sullivan's Island Beach (9.2 mi / 14.9 km)
• Hampton Park (10.1 mi / 16.2 km)

Traveling to and around Folly Beach

The nearest airport is in Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), located 16.8 mi (27 km) from the city center.