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

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Pond next to house with wildlife such as geese, turtles, fish, and swans
Beach access with golf cart parking, straight down street 2 blocks from end of driveway
Exterior

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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Surfside Beach, SC
  • Surfside Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Tupelo Bay Golf Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pier at Garden City
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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 30 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

If date is booked or need different arrival days we have 4 other beautiful homes available in Surfside During the summer 4 Shrimp and a Crab is Sunday to Sunday and Jolly Mon, The Happy Heron and The Lazy Loon are Saturday to Saturday. Check them out at Reaches2Beaches

Property manager

Kathy & Steve
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

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

  • Garden City Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Surfside Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Tupelo Bay Golf Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pier at Garden City - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Ocean Lakes Beach - 11 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪River City Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Apple Bagels - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kings Sushi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Neal & Pam's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Benjamin's Bakery - ‬17 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 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

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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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.

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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By The Pond

Our stay was great!!! Fantastic location and amenities were perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April K.

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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

Bridget W.

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Slice of heaven

This stay was 5 ⭐️ for us! Kathy and Steve are very welcoming and amazing hosts! The location is perfect and I loved feeding the turtles and ducks on the pond! I cannot wait to stay here again. Thank you both for opening up your home and sharing your little slice of heaven with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

Perfect family vacation

We live By the Pond for so many reasons, but the top 3 are its location, cleanliness, and layout. There is enough room for grandparents and teens to spread out when needed but there are also lots of spaces they can hang out together.
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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.

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy E.

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

Fun Time

Very clean. Owners great to work with.Had everything we needed. Very nice linens.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

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Awesome

This was the perfect house. Very close to beach and the golf cart made it super easy. House was very clean too. Would highly recommend this place. Will be back. Thank you again to the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Fantastic Home

It was our first time visiting Myrtle Beach and we weren’t sure how our vacation would go. We absolutely loved the house… great location and the house is exactly how it’s described on the website. Literally a five minute walk to a beautiful beach. Having a golf cart was an added plus. Kathy is an amazing host and does whatever she can to ensure your time in her beautiful home is a pleasant and enjoyable one. Highly recommend staying here!
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

By the Pond

This was the 2nd year we stayed at this house and it was just at lovely this time. Very roomy and clean and has everything you need. The pool was one of the most awesome things about this house. It was so nice to have that. It was also just a short walk to the beach and everything else you may need was just minutes away; grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, shopping and attractions. The neighborhood was also very nice and quiet. I highly recommend this property. Thank you and look forward to next time!

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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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

Kim B.

Great spring getaway

We had a wonderful girls getaway and enjoyed our time at By The Pond very much. Group of retired friends got together for a beach getaway. The accommodations were very spacious and relaxing. Plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. Cottage in great location…close to both beach and local restaurants. The golf cart came in handy for short runs to dinner, beach and simply putting around the beautiful area. We also enjoyed playing ping pong, fishing and sitting out by the pool visiting. Kathy and Steve were great owners and very prompt in all responses needed. We will definitely return.
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10/10 Excellent

Shay L.

Our second summer vacation at By the Pond

This is our second time back at By the Pond. The house is lovely! Spacious! Love the two living rooms. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. The pool is great after a day at the beach. The neighborhood is quiet and family oriented. That’s why we love Surfside Beach! The owners check in to make sure you have all you need and if there are any issues. I don’t have one negative thing to say. Can’t wait for Summer 2024 at By the Pond!
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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

Emily V.

Relaxing family vacation

We have enjoyed this house for several years. Each year there are improvements that make it better (like new floors, updated shelving, etc.). We love the easy access to the beach, fishing off the deck, swimming in the pool, and using the golf cart. The house is extremely clean and has lots of things you might need like masking tape or salt and pepper! Steve and Kathy are responsive and helpful. I highly recommend staying at By the Pond!
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10/10 Excellent

LACY B.

Great stay….4th year!

We absolutely love By The Pond! We normally stay the same week every year and we look forward to it all year. This house is perfect for our family. We love the amenities and all the extras that Steve and Kathy provide to make vacationing at the beach easier. The house is always clean and welcoming. We have never had any issues, but I undoubtedly know it would be taken care of If we needed anything. They check in a couple times during the week, just to see if everything is okay. I love when things are made simple for me and staying at this house is so simple and relaxing. With all the “extras” in the shed, we don’t need to pack anything for the beach. The golf cart and bikes are a big hit as well. I also want to say that if the weather doesn’t cooperate, there is a great game collection in the house and the ping pong table that provides hours of fun! We look forward to many more vacations here.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Such a great house!

We absolutely loved staying at By the Pond! There were 7 (ages 17-78) of us and we had more than enough space for everyone. The location was PERFECT to be able to go back and forth between the beach and the pool. And the two living rooms gave everyone an opportunity to spread out in the evenings to play games or read quietly. The golf cart was such a great bonus and made heading down to the pier area for restaurants simple! We will definitely be back! We have Ben coming to Surfside since 2006 and have stayed at several different places. This house is top on our list!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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Just some 45 year old high school friends celebrating their birthday

We had an absolutely amazing time relaxing and hanging out in the local bars. There is quite a bit to do that is close enough to jump on the golf cart or walk to. We loved how close it was to the beach. We also enjoyed the turtles in the pond and the cute little lizards in the bushes! There is no shortage of seating and the house was fairly sound proof. I would recommend this place to anyone and would definitely stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan P.

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Great place to take your family

Was a beautiful home with everything you want and need, like being at your house only your at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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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

Don& Mary S.

Never a disappointment!

We stayed again at By the Pond and were thoroughly pleased with our stay. We always leave completely relaxed and very satisfied with our stay. I have to have a clean environment and this place provides that. The easy and close beach access is a plus. We always enjoy watching the turtles in the soothing pond. We have no complaints whatsoever about our vacation in this well-kept beach house.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Wonderful Time By the Pond

We have stayed at By the Pond several times now and we always have a fantastic experience. The home is always clean and is so close to the beach. The golf cart is a nice bonus for hauling items to the beach and for exploring Surfside. Kathy and Steve are amazing to work with, booking is so easy and their communication is great. The heated pool was great for evening swims. The kids love feeding the turtles in the pond and riding the bikes provided. The neighborhood is nice and quiet for a relaxing vacation. We can’t wait for our next stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa U.

Perfect

The property is just wonderful and the owners are great. They thought of everything. It was so nice and clean too. The pool was so enjoyable. It is in a wonderful neighborhood. You really felt like you were in your nice safe home in this area as well. The owners were so much help in guiding us to shopping, eating and entertainment. I have rented in Cherry Grove for years and now this is going to be my go to place because of this home and the owners. I could not have ask for anything any better. Thw owners truely care about their tenants and do everything to make sure they have a great vacation. If you haven't rented this property or one of their other properties you are missing out on a great opportunity.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy & Steve

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Family of 5 who live in NC with 3 girls :)
Absolutely love Surfside Beach and this is one of our 5 available homes in Surfside Beach SC. See them on our website Reaches2Beaches

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. 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. 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. Built as a home for us to enjoy, not for being a rental property.

Languages:

English

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