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Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit

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TV, stereo
Outdoor dining
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12235 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Isle of Palms, SC
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Isle of Palms

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and a balcony. .You can enjoy a TV with cable channels, and home features 4.5 bathrooms, a private garden and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers free WiFi in public areas and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Isle of Palms holiday home include Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Credit One Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Front Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Isle of Palms Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Isle of Palms Marina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 27 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 32 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Joe's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Windjammer - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit

Stop your search!! Whale of a Time is the perfect beach house for you. This wonderful home within the gated Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, South Carolina boasts an impressive list of perks & amenities for its guests. Whale of a Time is a short 10 minute walk to the beach, features two primary suites and, best of all, provides a quiet & peaceful retreat within the sun-drenched, bird-filled woods on its screened porch & expansive back deck. Decorated in a coastal casual vibe with soothing interior color schemes & furnishings, Whale of a Time makes you feel right at home as soon as you enter the front door or spend any amount of time in the home's living room, screened porch and back deck. This comfortable home is a great getaway for a group of family or friends, as there are multiple separate seating areas throughout the home for you and your guests to hang out together and also have the option to relax separately on your own. Kids absolutely love the home's bunk bedroom suite. Make your reservation now for some quality rest & relaxation with your friends & family!



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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS FOR WHALE OF A TIME (maximum occupancy of 12):



Upper Level Primary Suite



- King bed with night stands & reading lamps



- Mounted, large screen TV



- En-suite bathroom with large soaking tub, tiled walk-in shower, double sink vanity and a separate water closet



Lower Level Primary Suite



- King bed with night stands & reading lamps



- Mounted, large screen cable TV



- Newly renovated en-suite bathroom with double sink vanity and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower



Bunk Bedroom Suite



- Terrific kids room with bunk bed with full bed on the bottom and twin bed on top. One additional twin bed in the room for a total of 3 beds.



- Mounted, large screen TV



- En-suite bathroom with double sink vanity and a tiled shower/tub combo



Queen Guest Bedroom



- Queen bed with night stands & reading lamps



- Flat screen TV



- En suite half bathroom with toilet & vanity



Twin Trundle Guest Bedroom #2



- Two trundled twin beds (for a total of 4 twin beds)



- Dresser and TV



- Shared access to the hallway bathroom with a vanity and shower/tub combo



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AMENITIES:



- Two primary suites with king beds & en suite bathrooms.



- Live your best outside life with a fabulous screened porch (with seating area, dining table, mounted and large screen TV) and back deck with spacious outdoor seating, fire pit and an umbrella.



- Spacious & well appointed kitchen with everything you need to prepare your meals -- stainless steel appliances, coffee station, ice machine, plenty of counter space & a few vacant cabinets to store your food & snacks.



- Open floor layout between the living room, kitchen and dining room areas.



- Dining areas can seat up to 12 people -- 6 in the interior dining table, 2 at the kitchen stools and 6 on the screened porch.



- EV charger (NEMA 14-15 plug with a 240V/60A circuit) in garage



- Full sized washer & dryer located in a closet near the kitchen.



- Free WIFI



- Free use of beach gear (towels, toys, chairs, etc.).



- Parking on the driveway for a maximum of 4 vehicles is included in the rental rate.



- Don't wait in an office to check-in or get a key! Drive straight to your beach home and enter the front door with a lock code. Prior to your visit, we will send you our mobile app with directions and full instructions.



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Guests enter Whale of a Time by walking up the exterior stairs in the front yard to the front door of this elevated home. Once you enter the front door, you will find a large living room with comfortable seating and a wall-mounted TV; a kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry & stainless steel appliances and a dining area. On one side of the living room, you'll find the home's lower level primary suite, the queen guest bedroom, the twin trundle guest bedroom and a hallway bathroom with shower/tub combo. You can access the home's screened porch and back deck from the living room and the lower level primary suite. On the other side of the kitchen, you will find the home's upper level primary suite and the bunk bedroom suite. There is a full sized washing machine & dryer in a closet in the kitchen.



Whale of a Time is located within a residential community in the Wild Dunes Resort. Please be mindful of this residential character of the home throughout your stay.



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For TV apps, personal subscription(s) are required.



NO PETS; NO SMOKING.



Tenant must be 25 years old. NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME. You may not exceed the maximum occupancy at any time — day or night. These are causes for eviction with no refund, and may damage our ability to offer the home for future guests exposing you to liability. This is a residential home -- please be respectful of our neighbors.



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Guests staying at all ITrip Charleston managed properties receive the following:



* Amenity pack, starter set of soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, make up wipes, paper towel, toilet paper, dish soap, sponge, dishwasher & laundry detergent tabs.



* All beds ready made with freshly laundered sheets & towels.



# WE DO NOT LIST ON CRAIGS LIST #

We are not responsible for off-season construction projects. We do not get notice of these from the HOA's. Noise, construction traffic and road closures are possible.



IN ADDITION WILD DUNES RESORT AMENITIES MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE DURING YOUR STAY.



WE DO NOT CONTROL AND ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR RESORT CONSTRUCTION OR AMENITIES AND DO NOT MAKE ADDITIONAL RENTAL RATE ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON WHICH AMENITIES ARE AVAILABLE DURING YOUR STAY.

Isle of Palms will be conducting minor beach replenishment in 2026. This is due to recent storm erosion. We apologize for the inconvenience. This may impact beach access. There will be construction traffic and noise in the immediate area of any work site.

Book with confidence! We are Charleston & Hilton Head’s highest rated and most responsive large vacation rental agency. We have hosted over 40,000 great stays with an average guest review score of 4.9 out of 5!



Guests under the age of 25 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.



Bookings are refundable up to 30 days prior to check in less a $200 Admin Fee. No refunds within 60 days. No refunds for travel, weather or other delays. Please purchase travel insurance.



We offer rental guests the right to participate in a limited damage waiver program.



All reservations subject to CLEAR ID security checks, completion of guest and car registration information and confirmation of understanding of all noise, parking and trash ordinances.



Please keep A/C temperature above 70F for optimal comfort. It is recommended to set it at 72F. Remember to keep doors and windows closed to maintain a cool home and keep bugs out. Fridges may take 24 hrs to cool when loaded after cleaning.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 2,532 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

7683
Whale of a Time

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?

Yep, Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit is a short 16-minute walk from Isle of Palms Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?

No, Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit?

No, pets are not allowed.

Family-Friendly; Steps to Beach; Fabulous Backyard w/ Screened Porch, Expansive Back Deck & Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t understand why there is a max on the parking spaces…There was room for 6 cars the garage maybe 8 and we were limited to only 4
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
House was wonderful and so well equipped. Nice bathrooms and comfy beds. Amazing seating inside and out. IOP rules with sound (any amplified sound 24 hour)and rules with numbers allowed inside, make it very difficult to enjoy the porches and house to see old friends, if they are not staying there. Why even have a TV with amplified sound on the porch or sleeping and seating for more then the numbers you allow. AC guidelines, 4 cars at a time. I would understand no parking on the street. Great house for some but not for those who love to entertain, have dinners with friends / family and listen to music outside…not even loud. Oh that’s vacation. House is great….too many rules!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Richard K.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

cybil j.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great! Fully stocked, clean, full of fun extras and in a great location within Wild Dunes.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely lovely vacation rental. The area was beautiful, quiet and peaceful. We had 2 families and adult children and everyone had their own space and bathroom. The living areas were so comfortable with ample seating/lounging - was especially nice while we were all watching football. The outdoor area was so serene - the uncovered deck was fabulous for morning coffee and late night conversations around the fire pit. Such a cozy home - we’d definitely book this property again. My only suggestions would be to add luggage racks for each bedroom and also add towel hooks to each bathroom. Fabulous rental!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures do not do this home justice. It is larger and more beautiful than it appears. The hosts thought of many details to create comfort and ease. There are extra blankets galore, the knives are very sharp for cooking, they have kid-friendly plates and cutlery, they have a shelf of recently published books, and there are beach toys and towels.The hosts were helpful to us in every way. Four generations of our family stayed from age 90 years to 20 months and everyone was comfortable and happy.Thank you for a beautiful stay. We came to the area to celebrate a family wedding and you made it lovely.We highly recommend this home and this host!
This is not the house, but it is 3 blocks away!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna J., Greenville SC

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very welcoming and everything went as planned the place is beautiful – – cleaned and close to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

eleanor h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our girls trip was so fun and we loved the house. Fully equipped and nice neighborhood! Very safe. A short walk to the beach and a thirty minute drive to Charleston. We each had bedroom and perfect for gathering during the day. Lovely back porch and deck. We loved our time there. Thank you to the host for expedient communication. Beautiful house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends

The home was perfect. Very comfortable and well maintained. Plenty of room and gathering places. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Comfortable Stay

We had a great stay! The home was clean, well-equipped, and exactly as described. The location was convenient and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous house

easy walk to the beach, house has everything you could possibly need, great location and amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brayden H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Had a great stay. Very clean and spacious home with a great deck and screened in porch. Would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home with many bedrooms

Overall, this home was an absolutely wonderful place to stay. There were plentiful bedrooms and bathrooms, which suited the seven of us very well. There was a place inside for us to gather, a place outside on the deck for us together, and a place in a screened in porch for us together. Quite nice. My only hesitation from giving five stars was that with this lovely home and lovely amenities, the management seems to be rather stingy on superficial things. For instance, there wasn’t enough toilet paper for our stay. We only needed one or two more rolls, but had to deal with the harassment of going for more. Plus, it would be nice if there were a couple things in the cupboard, like I’ve seen at other VRBO homes. Absolutely nothing. No oil for the frying pan, no coffee for just the first night. For ourselves, we left our leftover jar of natural peanut butter in the cupboard. Will it be there for the next renters or will it be thrown out? By just spending a few more dollars, it would’ve been a little more convenient for us. But other than that, it was lovely. Very near the beach, and very pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kody C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charleston trip

Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what was needed

This beautiful home offered everything we needed to be comfortable and feel secure in our stay. Owners were very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip

My friends and I loved this VRBO! Great location and plenty of space. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina B.

WOAT family vacation

The house was located perfectly, but we did need two golf carts to get around. The house was not cleaned as I would have liked- the floors through out the house were very dirty. All in all , the place was nice for our big family & made a lot of memories!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T., Greenwood, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great teip

Great spot and wonderful house!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Isle of Palms girls weekend

Thank you for a fantastic weekend! We went as a girls group to celebrate my sister getting married and the house was fantastic! It was clean, well stocked in the kitchen had ample space for all the guests and super comfortable with a cute beachy decor vibe!! Definitely would recommend for a nice vacation close to Charleston and right down the street from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Wild Dunes Rental!

This was the perfect rental for our group of 5 - 3 adults and 2 kids. Although I’m sure the house would also be comfortable for a bigger group. The house was beautiful and perfectly stocked. We rented bikes which was a lot of fun. The beach was a short walk down the street using a staircase that exits wild dunes to the beaches on the other side of the street. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

The property was as listed. Plenty of space for everyone. The managers were helpful when dealing with any issues. Only wish the bikes located in the garage would have been available for our use.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming weekend

We were not in town long but it was a charming and wonderful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

This was the perfect spot for our family to retreat to while visiting for our son’s wedding. With various gathering spots you could always find a spot to visit or recharge. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023