Three minutes. That is the walk from the front door of Edisto Beach Bungalow to Beach Access 32, to Whaley's cold drinks and live music, and to BINGO — the most Edisto evening you will ever have. Leave the car keys on the counter when you arrive. You will not need them.
Edisto Beach Bungalow is a private elevated 3BR/2BA cottage on Myrtle Street, set behind a canopy of historic live oaks one block from the Atlantic. This is not a resort room or a condo complex. It is a private house on a quiet street, with a full kitchen, a ground-level lounge built for long evenings, two decks for watching the light change, and enough boat trailer parking to bring the vessel down from home.
Edisto Beach is not for everyone. There is no boardwalk, no arcade, no chain anything. What it has is wide uncrowded shoreline, dolphins working the shallows at low tide, some of the darkest night skies on the South Carolina coast, and a community of regulars who have been coming for decades. Guests who find it tend to rearrange their schedules to come back.
SLEEPING
Two queen bedrooms anchor the main floor — bright, comfortably appointed, genuinely restful. A dedicated kids bunk room with twin-over-twin and a trundle gives younger guests their own territory. Two full bathrooms: one walk-in shower, one tub and shower combo. An outdoor hot-and-cold rinse station handles sandy feet before anyone crosses the threshold.
THE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE
The ground-level lounge is what guests remember most. Shaded by live oaks with string lights overhead, it runs the full footprint of the house: bar seating, a double swing, hammocks, cornhole, bocce, and oversized Jenga. On warm nights with the right company, nobody makes it upstairs until well after dark.
Two generous decks rise above: one for morning coffee, one for golden hour. The Weber charcoal grill handles cookouts. The included propane burner and large stock pot handle a proper Lowcountry shrimp or crab boil under the trees. Bring your own charcoal and a playlist.
BEACH GEAR
Everything is already here. Cool Cabana shade tent, beach chairs, umbrellas, a hauling wagon for the walk to Access 32, fishing rods, beach towels, and riding toys for younger guests. Pack light. The gear situation is handled.
BOATERS AND ANGLERS
Edisto Beach Bungalow has generous on-site boat trailer parking with direct access to Edisto Marina and the tidal creeks of the ACE Basin. Redfish and trout at first light. The kind of inshore fishing that makes people rearrange their schedules. This is the property you bring your vessel to.
THE WALK
Beach Access 32 — 3 minutes on foot
Whaley's Restaurant and Bar — 3 minutes on foot
BINGO — 3 minutes on foot
Bay Creek Park — 5 minutes on foot
Edisto Marina — 5 minutes on foot
Wyndham resort pools and courts — short drive
Charleston — 45 minutes north
OPTIONAL RESORT ACCESS
Wyndham weekly amenity passes are available for purchase at Waters Edge Cafe, 402 Sea Cloud Circle. $315 covers up to 8 guests for 7 days and includes three pools (including one heated year-round), fitness room, mini golf, beach cabana at Access 20, tennis and pickleball courts, and outdoor games including horseshoes, shuffleboard, and ping pong.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Fresh sheets and bath towels through a professional linen service. Starter supply of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, and dish pods. Keurig with reusable K-cups, blender, toaster, full kitchen setup. Cool Cabana, beach chairs, umbrellas, wagon, fishing rods, beach towels, riding toys. Weber charcoal grill, propane burner, large stock pot.
WHAT TO BRING
Toiletries, shampoo, conditioner, additional paper products beyond the starter kit, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, kitchen condiments, charcoal, extra propane if needed. An ice maker is not available — bring a cooler or plan to stop at the store.
PETS
One small to medium dog is welcome with prior approval. No cats under any circumstances. Pets off furniture and beds. Crate your dog if leaving the property unattended. Any damage or accidents are the responsibility of the guest.
CHECK-IN AND CHECKOUT
Check-in is at 4:00 PM via secure lockbox. The code is provided the morning of arrival. Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Maximum 7 guests. Parking for 4 vehicles plus boat trailer on site. Street parking on Myrtle Street and Fort Street available as overflow.
DRIVEWAY NOTE
The driveway is prone to flooding during periods of heavy rain. Park on the Myrtle Street side or along the Fort Street grass if water is present.
STREAMING
No cable. HDMI cable provided for your own streaming devices.