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Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool. Fantastic Location!

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Rear of the home, from N Ocean Drive. You can watch the golf cart parades!
Swimming pool view from deck
Front of the Home. Freshly repainted.
Outdoor enclosed shower.
View from the Master

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Surfside Beach, SC
  • Surfside Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pier at Garden City
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ocean Lakes Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First floor living room

1 Double Futon

First floor rear

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Second floor front room

1 Queen Bed

Second floor kids room

2 Single Beds

Second Floor parrot art

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor front bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First floor living

Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Parrot room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second floor jack and Jill

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool. Fantastic Location!

Hello, welcome to Mandalay by the Sea! This raised beach home is perfect vacation rental for you and your friends and family.

The home’s rear gate gives is a quick walk to the towns’s beach access. This beach house is just steps to the family friendly, pristine beaches of Surfside on the Atlantic Ocean. It has covered porches on both the first, and second floors. On the ground floor, an outdoor table is covered from the sun.

Ground Floor
The ground floor has a professionally maintained private, in-ground pool. The pool can be optionally heated, around mid March through mid November, for an additional fee of $50.00 a night. It also features lounge chairs, and two dining tables. A Weber propane grill is provided for your use. There is a private outdoor shower to remove all that beach sand. At the home, there is private off street parking for five cars.

Main Level
The first floor consists of a well- equipped kitchen, and living room with comfortable seating. One of the sofas converts to a bed. There is a wide screen TV, and a wet bar with a wine cooler. There is a half bath next to the built in entertainment center. Further on the first floor, there is a washer and dryer behind privacy doors. There is one bedroom, with a private full bath, and queen bed. The first floor also consists of the covered deck, with partial ocean views.

Second Floor
The master bedroom is on the second floor. You will find a king bed, with a private covered balcony, with partial ocean views. A master bath awaits you, with a stand alone shower, and a separate jetted tub. As you walk to the other bedrooms, you will pass a desk, just in case one needs to sit and make dinner reservations. There is another bedroom with a queen bed, and private full bath. As you walk to the front of the home, you will pass a bedroom with one twin bed, and a set of bunk beds. This bedroom shares a jack and jill bathroom with another bedroom, that features a full bed.

Mandalay by the Sea is conveniently located near the attractions of Myrtle Beach, but offers the family friendly location of Surfside Beach. Walk to the beach, pier, farmer's market, and Sunday serenades at the park.

Freshly laundered linens and bath towels will be provided-at no extra charge- and the home will be cleaned by a professional couple. I have a long term relationship with them. You will be dealing with the owner directly, and we will ensure that your stay is enjoyable. You will not be treated as just a number, but as a guests.

The home does have two exterior ring cameras, that do not record when guests are present A blue tape will also cover the cameras, to ensure your privacy. The motion detection only light in the driveway is on, and it can be shut down if you request. I can put the motion light on in the pool, but it seems annoying. There are no other types of recording devices in, or out of the home.
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Property manager

Cheryl Auletta
Premier Host

Languages

French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please tell us your specific needs😊.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We must give prior approval for all events..
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$100/stay/pet. Control barkers please. No violent.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please, enjoy smoking outdoors.
Pool heat for an additional $50. 00 per night, Sorry, pool heat will be on length of stay if needed. I can not turn heat on and off daily.
The home will come with starting toiletries in bathrooms, only.
Please do not move the grill. I can exchange tanks if you are not comfortable using a propane grill. If using any outdoor cooker, on the gravel please

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: We must give prior approval for all events..
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Surfside Beach

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. The Market Common and Broadway at the Beach are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Garden City Beach and Myrtle Beach Beaches. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Family Kingdom Amusement Park and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tupelo Bay Golf Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pier at Garden City - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Garden City Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ocean Lakes Beach - 10 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River City Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crabby Mike's Calabash Seafood Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dagwood's Deli & Sports Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Big Apple Bagels - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kings Sushi - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool, w/ optional heat. have a pool?

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

Is Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool, w/ optional heat. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool, w/ optional heat. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool, w/ optional heat. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach and Pier! Private Single Home! Private Pool, w/ optional heat. located?

This family-friendly Surfside Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Surfside Beach Town Hall. Celebration Music Theatre and Grand Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We enjoyed our stay at this beach house. Perfect layout for multiple adults. Communication with manager was great. Had 1 issue with pool chairs but I’m sure owner is on it. She was very kind. Such a quick walk to the beach, it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Vacation
We had an excellent stay at the Mandalay. It was comfy and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great home, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best
When I tell you this house was EVERYTHING! Clean and well maintained. Area is quiet and beach is within walking distance. Host is very friendly and answers all questions promptly. The house is stocked with just about everything you need from towels to pot and pans, coffee maker(s) and ice maker; games and toys for kids.I will return
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Very nice home!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JILL G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Daughter’s Wedding
Great place with lots of space for gathering and sleeping accommodations! Would not hesitate to rent this same property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick beach stay
This place was excellent location with all amenities you could want! We needed a short trip to Surfside to visit with friends and I needed a pet friendly place! Enjoy our morning and afternoon walks on beach with our little fur baby and being able to walk to dinner at River city was awesome! Communication with owner was above average and made me feel extremely welcome! Hope to be able to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location for a family.
We have stayed in this house before and will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time
It was great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient
Comfortable house and fantastic location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a convenient location.
Great property in a convenient location. Easy access to the beach and pier. We enjoyed our stay and especially the heated pool. Cheryl and Tom were very nice and responded to all our requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We booked this location at the last minute after the property we originally booked was unfit. Property owners were easy to work with and saved our vacation. The location was nice and walkable to a few restaurants and attractions. I will definitely recommend this place to friends and family. y recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not have gone any better
Thank you Cheryl, Your home was exactly as posted. The beach literally is a few steps out the back gate and the chairs, umbrellas, towels and beach toys provided made our adventures there that much more enjoyable. My wife and I have been traveling extensively throughout the U.S. over the past three years staying in close to 35 short term rentals. Cheryl’s place rates among the top 5 in our book. And communication was top notch. To anyone thinking of heading to the Surfside area, we highly recommend this property. Thank you for a wonderful stay Cheryl. The Tatangelo,Zurfluh clan.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Surfside Beach!
Mandalay Bay is a wonderful place to stay in Surfside Beach. The house is clean with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. A dining table for 8 and a large bar area with 6 stools, so plenty of eating space. The pool is kept very nice and clean. The outside area is very relaxing. We had a shrimp boil on the outside table and that worked well. The location is very close to the beach access and walkable to restaurants and the Surfside Pier. Owners are responsive should you need anything. They responded to my request very quickly. Overall, a nice place to stay if your destination is Surfside Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Had a wonderful stay. Location is perfect, short walk to beach and restaurants. House was well stocked and clean. Going to book again next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach House
We stayed at this beach house and it was very clean, kitchen was well supplied and it is very close to the beach. Pool was awesome. Owner is highly attentive to anything you need. Definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We have a big family with conflicting schedules and we finally found a week we could all enjoy a vacation. This was the perfect home to accommodate all of us including our fur babies! The pool was great and the short walk to the beach was great! The house is stocked with anything and everything! Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J. Bledsoe
Great home for a large family vacation. First time renting a home with a pool. Fair to say we will always have a pool in the future. Kitchen is well furnished. Owner responded promptly when we had a door lock issue. Great week! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice
Enjoyed unit. Great check in time. Weather was great. Location really nice. Host did get job of information
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay in surfside
Cheryl’s place is the perfect home base in surfside. One block to the beach and short walk to all the restaurants/attractions by surfside pier. Cheryl communicated great and reached out Saturday to let us know the place was ready in case we wanted to check-in early. The kids loved the pool and the adults loved the large living room area that was perfect for dinner time and games after. Will definitely stay here again if we have the chance. Thanks again! Doug
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rachell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach
The house was very nice and accommodating for our group of 10. Short walk to beach was great for different level of beach going people in our group. Would recommend this house to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Eivens

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The house was nice. But the ice maker in refrigerator didn’t work all the time. We couldn’t find a can opener. The beach equipment, the umbrella, the latch at the top is worn out. The grill was dirty, the grill racks need replaced. But we made do an all our kids and grandkids love the house an said it was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacay
We had a wonderful stay. The pool was wonderful and the location is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sc golf week
Great visit great house and excellent just service. We had no issues at all but had one request and it was handled immediately. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Auletta

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Hi I am Cheryl. I retired here to Surfside Beach, from NY. Prior to retiring, I purchased our primary residence here in Surfside, and rented it out, through one of the large realty companies down here. I was not happy with the service, and neither were some of home’s guests. They are good companies, but when you turn over 400 properties in a week, you can’t make everyone happy. So, once I moved down, I decided to invest in a home, manage it, and help travelers. I use VRBO for my own travels . So, it gives me a good feeling to help others make memories, and be nearby if needed.

Why they chose this property

Well, when I first saw the house, I said the house was in a great spot, and it was designed with a “Home” feel, not like a typical rental. Reminded me of all the wonderful VRBO homes I had when raising my kids. Surfside is a great beach town.

What makes this property unique

The Beach, pier, and restaurants are all a very short walk from this private home. Surfside is just a cool town. FYI we have nice friendly permanent neighbors on the block.. They too have rentals in town, so understand people are here to vacation.

Languages:

French

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