House - Rating 4.9 (53)

Mermaid Memories


Bedroom 3 bedrooms
Bathroom 3 baths
Guests 12 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • Address: 909 West Ashley
  • City: Folly Beach
  • Location: Folly Beach
  • Island Section: West Ashley
  • Type: House

Location Location

Description Description
Reservations will receive $250 credit toward beach gear rentals! *applies for stays 3-21 nights only

* BR 1: 1 King, BR 2: 2 Queen Bunk Beds, BR 3: 1 King Bed, Sunroom: 2 Twin Daybeds, Sleeps: 12, Private Beach Access, Close To Folly Beach Park, Sunset Views, Folly Beach

Welcome to Mermaid Memories on Folly Beach!  This fantastic 3 bedroom 3 bath oceanfront beach home has just been completely renovated. Located on Folly's private West end of the island is the perfect spot for the family summer vacation or long weekend getaway. Nature is abound at this end of the island with dolphin "beaching" encounters as they chase their prey at the county park as well as the chance to witness nesting loggerhead turtles first hand. The owners have spared no expense in turning the home into a upgraded modern beach home while preserving the feel of a classic beach cottage. Ocean views from almost every room in the house will provide the perfect backdrop for a perfect vacation.

Upon entering the home you will appreciate the open floor plan with ocean views around every corner. The kitchen includes all of the modern conveniences of home and has been stocked with all of the amenities even the most discerning family chef would require including Ninja blender, panini maker, waffle maker and Keurig coffee maker! Newly renovated kitchen counter overlooks the dining area and living room area and provides a seamless transition from one gathering spot to the next. The dining room includes large dining table for the family to gather after a long day on the beach as well as a kids table. Living room features large flat-screen TV for the rare rainy day and large comfy couches to relax on after a long day in the sun.  The living room has Amazon Alexa Echo Dot speaker for music enjoyment

The oceanfront sunroom is the favorite room in the house and is only separate from the living area by large sliding glass doors. The sunroom has fantastic ocean views and includes 2 twin day beds perfect for a late afternoon nap or spot to catch up on your favorite book. The sunroom provides oceanfront porch access where 2 large palm trees provide natural shade that remind you why you came on vacation in the first place. Numerous outdoor seating options provided on the oceanfront deck will allow everyone to have the best seat in the house for the stunning Folly sunrises and sunsets over the Atlantic. Oceanfront deck connects to the boardwalk, leading you straight onto the beach.

The three bedrooms all have new bedding and new high grade linens. The master includes king bed and private access to the sunroom. Master has attached master bath for the head of the family. The second bedroom includes two bunk beds with both the top and bottom bunks housing queen size beds. Second bedroom has close access to the newly renovated full bathroom off the hallway connecting the bedroom and living area. The third bedroom features a king bed with private deck access and comes with a full private bath. The home comfortably sleeps a total of 12 with 2 in the master, 8 in the second bedroom, 2 in the third bedroom and then 2 extra spots on the day beds in the sunroom.

Mermaid Memories includes all of the modern conveniences you would expect in a high-end rental. High efficiency washer and dryer, dishwasher, HD TV's in living room with YoutTubeTV and master as well as free WIFI. The home is very child friendly with step stool in bathroom, child’s table with two chairs and bench, pack n/play, and restaurant style wood high chair.  Home also features an outdoor shower underneath the home, as well as a shower rinse off on the boardwalk. Home is strictly not pet-friendly and non-smoking. NO events allowed that exceed the maximum occupancy of the home. Must be 25 years old or older to rent. Please contact Carolina One Vacation Rentals with any additional questions, or if you need assistance booking. We hope to see you soon!

About the Owners:
Owners, Rad and Joyce Finch, from Iowa have six adult children and 12 grandkids ages 4 year to age 22. Joyce’s annual Folly Beach tradition began in July 1968. Only the year of Hurricane Hugo kept her away. Purchasing this special home in 2015 made it possible to share the Folly experience and joy with many other families. We hope our guests feel like part of our family every time they stay in Mermaid Memories at our favorite place - Folly Beach!  We are indeed thankful and blessed!

Folly Beach Business License # LIC002691 

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Bedding Bedding
Room Beds Baths TVs Comments
Bunk Bedroom 2 Queen (2)
King Bedroom 3 King Toilet, Shower TV
Master Bedroom 1 King Toilet, Shower TV

Amenities 106 Amenities
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
Entertainment and Recreation
  • Antiquing
  • Cable/satellite TV
  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • DVD
  • Eco Tourism
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Museums
  • Pier Fishing
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Television
  • Tennis
  • TV
  • Water Sports
Home Comforts and Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Ceiling fans
  • Central heating
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Clothing storage
  • Dryer
  • Essentials
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • High Chair
  • Hot Water
  • Internet
  • Iron
  • Iron Board
  • Linens
  • Living Room
  • Private Living Room
  • Single Level Home
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
Kitchen and Dining
  • Baking sheet
  • BBQ
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining Area
  • Dining table
  • Dishes Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Fridge
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses
location and Nearby Activities
  • ATM Bank
  • Beach
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Surf
  • Groceries
  • Health Beauty Spa
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat
  • Shopping
  • Tennis courts nearby
  • Watersports nearby
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Wind Surfing
Outdoor Space and Features
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Veranda
Outdoor Spaces and Features
  • Deck Patio Uncovered
  • Decked area
  • Grill
  • Outdoor Lighting
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio Or Balcony
Safety and Access
  • All towels and bedding washed in hot water that's at least 60ºC
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Fire Contact
  • Emergency Medical Contact
  • Emergency Police Contact
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Free Parking
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
  • Keypad
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Minimum Age Limit
  • Parking
  • Private Entrance
  • Self Check In / Check Out
  • Self Check-In
  • Smoke Detector

Reviews Rating 4.9 (53) Reviews
Rating 5
Stacey C at 10/28/2025 commented Mermaid Memories
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Stacey - Posted: 10/28/2025
Rating 5
Elizabeth B at 10/16/2025 commented Mermaid Memories
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Elizabeth - Posted: 10/16/2025
Rating 5
Robert H at 08/31/2025 commented Mermaid Memories

We love this property and never stay anywhere else.
Robert - Posted: 8/31/2025
Rating 5
Drew N at 06/14/2025 commented Mermaid Memories
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Drew - Posted: 6/14/2025
Rating 5
Lynnette T at 06/08/2025 commented Mermaid Memories
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Lynnette - Posted: 6/8/2025
Rating 5
We had a great getaway, the deck and proximity to the beach was amazing! Very quiet and so relaxing. Loved it!
Todd - Posted: 10/19/2024
Rating 5
We had a great time with family.
Susan - Posted: 9/11/2024
Rating 5
Great location. Great service. Easy peasy!
Stephen - Posted: 8/23/2024
Rating 5
We enjoyed our stay. We will rent again. The house was spacious, clean and had an amazing view of the ocean.
Ameena - Posted: 6/9/2024
Rating 5
Had a great time.
Gary - Posted: 6/7/2024
Rating 5
We loved Mermaid Memories! You even checked to make sure things were going well through the entire stay! Very friendly and the house was VERY clean! Linens and towels were of very good quality. I would go back in a heartbeat!
Ali - Posted: 4/7/2024
Rating 5
Beautiful house and wonderful service. My family has stayed at several houses on folly beach and this one has been the best. Thank you for going above and beyond.
Vince - Posted: 11/28/2023
Rating 5
Wonderful beach setting, quiet, private and awesome views.
Jo - Posted: 9/25/2023
Rating 5
I did like the location and the big deck out back. The house was comfortable and the space worked out great to accommodate 3 couples celebrating retirement. I thought that Carolina One was easy to work with and the checking process smooth.
Teresa - Posted: 9/14/2023
Rating 5
House was clean and well prepared for our stay. Very helpful directions via email throughout our planning, arrival and checkout.
Steven - Posted: 8/16/2023
Rating 5
After 6 years on IOP, we decided to switch things up and try Folly. It did not disappoint! The house is lovely and in a great location. The deck is absolutely unmatched, built around two palm trees. We appreciated the little touches like the kids table and chair, family photos, and box of flip flops. Plenty of beach toys, well-stocked kitchen, and nice full-size W/D. Folly has a lot of casual dining options, which is perfect for us, and a lot of fun little shops. Carolina One made renting the house so easy
Julie - Posted: 6/11/2023
Rating 5
This house is exactly how it looks in the photos online. It's beautiful and clean- perfect for a girls' weekend!
Nicole - Posted: 5/22/2023
Rating 5
We had a great experience! So clean and easy. We loved staying at our house. Thank you!
Hayley - Posted: 5/18/2023
Rating 5
This was a wonderful rental. We loved the two king suites and the location right on the beach was phenomenal. Unfortunately it was chilly but we thoroughly enjoyed the sunroom. The kitchen was stocked very well. It was one of the cleanest rentals we have rented.
Pam - Posted: 3/24/2023
Rating 5
The house itself was very nice it felt like home it had everything you needed. great view. great time. thank you!
Joshua - Posted: 10/8/2022
Rating 5
We had a fabulous time in this house. The quality of the furnishings, linens and kitchen appliances / appointments was excellent. I've stayed at a lot of airbnbs and this is by far the best stocked kitchen I've ever seen. The sun porch with views of the ocean was so beautiful and relaxing. Folly Beach is a very cute beach town with great selection of restaurants and souvenir shops. I came here for a girls trip with my mom and sisters and we had such a great time. The house was perfect for us. 
Karen - Posted: 9/23/2022
Rating 5
This was our second stay at Mermaid Memories and we're so glad we were able to come back! My children want to make it an annual tradition. The home is so comfortable, is beautifully decorated and furnished very well. Such a relaxing atmosphere! The additional master bedroom and bath was a real bonus this year and it looks fantastic. All beds were so comfy, and we love the deck, grill, palms and hammock. But the best part of all is that the ocean is just outside your doors! 
Cynthia - Posted: 6/12/2022
Rating 5
Mermaid Memories (20-30 May 2022) was absolutely great. We have a LONG history with Folly Beach. Mermaid Memories was the absolutely best rental we have ever had at Folly Beach. Clean, equipped, extra benefits, obvious owner pride. Carolina One Folly employees were GREAT. Specifically, Amber and Kayla. We knew Amber from Avocet. She is the reason we rented from Carolina One. Avocet sold, Vacasa was, to us, unprofessional. Amber and Kayla were/are a treat/joy. They should be rewarded.
Coy - Posted: 6/8/2022
Rating 5
Excellent experience at Folly once again! Can't wait to return.
Jessica - Posted: 4/10/2022
Rating 5
Beautiful home with all the amenities. Really enjoyed our time there
Pam - Posted: 3/13/2022
Rating 5
Great stay. Especially appreciate the outdoor showers. Great views. Excellent noise control/ quiet.
Natasha - Posted: 9/11/2021
Rating 5
Great house, beautiful view, attentive management. Awesome family trip! We'll be back, thanks!
Susan - Posted: 8/21/2021
Rating 5
We thoroughly enjoyed Mermaid Memories. The view was spectacular and the house was among the most well-appointed of the many in which we've stayed through the years.
Michael - Posted: 6/12/2021
Rating 5
Beautiful home! So well stocked for guests, especially the sand toys and pantry amenities. Comfortable beds, lots of room for a family of 4.
Jessica - Posted: 4/3/2021
Rating 5
Had a wonderful Birthday weekend! Comfortable and relaxing.
Joan - Posted: 2/1/2021
Rating 5
Excellent rental and service! Organized, clean and well stocked! Had an amazing week!
Monica - Posted: 1/4/2021
Rating 5
Mermaid Memories is a wonderful home to enjoy a beach front vacation. This was our fourth consecutive year staying at this rental and we will be back!! The home is well laid out, ideal for a family, two couples, or just for a spacious retreat for one couple. We love the open concept, eat-in kitchen, amenities, and of course- the incredible deck overlooking the ocean. Boardwalk is fantastic giving you easy access to the beach. Check-in is super easy and the property is always wonderfully welcoming.
Kathleen - Posted: 11/5/2020
Rating 5
Wonderful property, the view is amazing!! Love the porch area!!!
Bonnie - Posted: 10/22/2020
Rating 5
This is an exceptional property. Clean, well stocked and comfortable. The birthday card for my daughter was a perfect touch. Everyone that visited loved the house.
Donna - Posted: 8/29/2020
Rating 5
We loved Mermaid Memories and are planning to return next year. The total of four showers (with tankless water heater), comfy beds, and terrific Ninja blender were definite plusses.
Virginia - Posted: 8/22/2020
Rating 4
A beautiful home. It was every bit and more of how it was advertized
Brian - Posted: 8/15/2020
Rating 5
The house was as described, if not better. And Carolina One was excellent to work with, very attentive to make sure everything was perfect.
Yvette - Posted: 8/8/2020
Rating 5
This property was beautiful and I would love to stay here again!
Rachel - Posted: 7/18/2020
Rating 5
Mermaid Memories and Carolina One offered a clean, well equipped home for our vacation. The home has everything needed plus more, the owners have gone above and beyond to make sure you have even those little things you may forget. We had plenty of room with two adults and three small children (8, 6, and 4). The access to the beach is the best part of the home, only a few steps and you are on the sand. That feature can't be beat.
Jenny - Posted: 6/20/2020
Rating 5
This was the perfect get away for our family vacation! Beautiful views, great deck and sunroom with pretty much everything you need! As a bonus, we went fishing right in front of the house and caught a 5 lb. bass. We will be back!
Ricky - Posted: 6/13/2020
Rating 5
The house was everything you could ask for and my family and I loved it. We had the beach to ourselves and loved this section of the beach with the large sandbars. Great for kids!
Traci - Posted: 6/6/2020
Rating 5
Loved Mermaid Memories! We will definitely book another staycation here.
Becky - Posted: 6/3/2020
Rating 5
Amazing location at the quiet end of Folly Beach. Cozy and comfortable.
Megan - Posted: 2/17/2020
Rating 5
Stayed for a week in October. Beautiful weather and loved being right on the beach.
Traci - Posted: 11/1/2019
Rating 5
We came to see charleston , but the house and the location right on the beach made it extremely hard to leave. This place is just as advertised, and we absolutely loved it !! Cant wait to go back.
Bob - Posted: 10/28/2019
Rating 5
Great place to hang out in Folly. Clean and functional space in a perfect spot. Hope to return.
John - Posted: 9/28/2019
Rating 5
Mermaid Memories was exactly what we needed. The location is unbeatable. The kitchen is well-equipped and was perfect for preparing meals for our family. The area was quiet, and folks in the area were kind. The home is comfortable and inviting. We felt relaxed and settled almost immediately. The deck is beautiful and perfect for catching serene beach sunrises. We really had a hard time leaving, and cannot wait to return!
James - Posted: 9/22/2019
Rating 5
Beautiful beach house, well appointed and cared for. Location is perfect, close to everything but far enough west on the island to feel secluded and chill
Craig - Posted: 9/14/2019
Rating 5
Wonderful house for our family of four! Also great space for hosting a dinner with the whole family followed by enjoying the beautiful beach views. This house had everything we needed and more. Loved Mermaid Memories! We will be back!
Elizabeth - Posted: 8/24/2019
Rating 5
Perfect house! Perfect location! Perfect weather! Who could ask for a better place for a vacation?!
Robert - Posted: 8/17/2019
Rating 5
Great stay. House was nice and clean and has that nice cozy feel yet able to comfortably sleep our family of 7.
Matthew - Posted: 8/3/2019
Rating 5
Great, great vacation!!! We absolutely love this property. The view is to die for!!!
Bonnie - Posted: 4/25/2019
Rating 5
Easy check-in and check-out. Helpful office staff. Highly recommended!
Paula - Posted: 4/14/2019
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