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Welcome to the Salty Mermaid

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Interior
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Children's area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to the Salty Mermaid

Come enjoy the Salty Mermaid! Ocean Lakes Family Campground 7 Bedroom 3 bath stilted beach house one minute walk from the beach.
4 King Beds
2 Queen Beds
1 twin over Full Bunk
3 Full Baths with Tub/Shower Combo
Outdoor Shower
WIFI is free of charge
New Washer/Dryer Main level
Granite Countertops throughout
This house has been remodeled and updated with new paint and decor.
Fully equipped Kitchen with new stainless steel appliances
Under-house TV sitting area along with a gas grill.
Must be 25 to rent the property
Ocean lakes parking fee of $12/day is not included.
$250 CLEANING FEE INCLUDED IN BOOKING
$250 LINENS FEE REQUIRED
$59 REFUNDABLE INSURANCE DEPOSIT REQUIRED

NOTE: We appreciate your reviews for 2023; listened to your feedback
and have changed both cleaning services and maintenance services going forward from September 2023 for a better and more enjoyable experience for our renters.

Property manager

Kevin Wetherington

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

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Interior

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Washer
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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: 15
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Myrtle Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Lakes Beach - 1 min walk
  • Myrtle Beach State Park - 6 min drive
  • Hudson's Surfside Flea Market - 7 min drive
  • The Market Common - 9 min drive
  • Surfside Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River City Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Quarterdeck Oceanfront Beach Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Meyer's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dagwood's Deli & Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New China 120 Item Buffet - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to the Salty Mermaid have a pool?

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

Is Welcome to the Salty Mermaid pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the Salty Mermaid located?

This family-friendly Surfside Beach vacation home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Ocean Lakes Beach and Magnolia Lake. Old Time Pottery and Fun Warehouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Welcome to the Salty Mermaid Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute House
Great Location and owner was very responsive! Kitchen was stock with pots and pans!! My only complaint is the parking! Very tight squeeze for 4 vehicles but when booking it said we had 5 spaces!! So close to the beach and beds were comfortable !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Annual family vacation
Unfortunately we were hit with the tropical storm Debby but our family motto is "We'll make it work." The location is perfect for walking to the beach and the neighbors are friendly. Because of the rain, we played games downstairs with them in the carport. Parking is tight so we parked one of our cars in the overflow lot. We had an issue with the toilet downstairs, but my son (pipefitter) gave it a temporary fix to get us through the week. I notified Kevin who replied immediately and offered to send someone to fix it. Because of the storm, I let him know that my son took care of it. The one disappointment was the cleanliness. Maybe it's my OCD. The coffeemaker had grounds with mold so we cleaned it out but bought a new one to use and just bring home. We washed all of the cookware before using and used paper plates and plastic utensils. We swept, mopped and vacuumed the floors, and washed the bathmats because they were dirty. I should mention that this is our first time using VRBO to rent a beach house at Ocean Lakes. All of our previous stays were through the property. Overall, I absolutely recommend this house for the location and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

July 4th Trip
The house was super adorable and for being in the middle of the travel season was holding up! Unfortunately the vacuum had no suction so the same was hard to keep down. All issues we had were fixed in a timely manner. Nice short walk to the beach and where it is at its tucked into the back corner which made it a little more quiet which was nice for a busy week! I enjoyed our time and would go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house but....
The house itself and location were great. However, the house was dirty, trash under the bed, molded mattress cover, broken toilet seat. The beds had been slept in. We spent the first day cleaning and washing sheets. I requested a refund of our cleaning and linen fee and to be paid back for the toilet seat we bought. I have yet to receive anything. Owner has not been helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nall clan
We had 16 people in one house for a week. We had no problems with the housing and it was close enough you could walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We had all of our kids and grandkids from across the states. Excellent property, lots of room. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

steph m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
This was a nice location and large enough for multiple parts of our family to meet and get together.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring trip
Brought our HS baseball team to stay for three nights. All was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Giving Thanks
We celebrated my mom beating breast cancer over Thanksgiving. The house was terrific, clean and everything we needed to prepare meals. Thanks, Kevin, for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay. The house had more than enough room to accommodate our group (4 adults, 2 babies, 3 toddlers, 2 kids, and 3 teenagers). Everything was as described and pictured. Love the fact the the pots and pans were large to accommodate large groups that was a nice surprise! Over all 10/10 would stay again! The host was very accommodating to letting us check in really early and very responsive to messages. We had 0 issues that have been previously mentioned in other reviews.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
The house was big enough for a family trip
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gilliam’s
Had a wonderful time! The only issue was parking. We had our truck in overflow and it got a bad scratch. Busy weekend to celebrate Halloween. We parked three cars at house. We had golf carts to get around. Our Host was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jamie K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fun at OL in October
Loved the location and the amount of bedrooms at the property. The cleanliness was not up to par- found underwear and glasses in one bedroom and a pair of pants in another as well as the floor having dust bunnies and causing your feet to be black as soon as you walked on it. Would be MUCH better if the property was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Greenwood

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
We loved this house! It is updated and the perfect size for a big family. The beds were comfortable and the house was very clean. Owner was responsive as well. House is within walking distance to the beach. We will definitely rent this house again. Very pleased with this stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home
Over all this home is nice. The streets are very tight to pass and to park for larger vehicles. The campground is wonderful. Kevin was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jodi D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
July vacation
House had enough bedrooms for the 11 of us. Close to beach- short walk. Would have liked a table and chairs on deck or underneath the house for playing cards and games. Kevin was quick to answer me and resolve any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Haley E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall Decent Stay
The pictures of the property are very accurate, small bedrooms and living room area. Nice kitchen. The house needs a deep cleaning and some maintenance. Our feet stayed black the entire trip due to the floors, the mattress pads had dirt or something on them, and we saw several cockroaches on the property during our stay. The maintenance problems included the following: the upstairs left bathroom vent leaks, the light switch in the upstairs right bathroom was very difficult to turn on, the front glass door slams (has no catch to it), the top deck has several loose boards, and the bottom deck railing was very loose. The steps seem dry rotted, one broke off during our stay (which we let the owner know about). The outdoor seating area was very nice, included a TV. Overall, our stay was nice. Very quick walk to the ocean, and Ocean Lakes is a nice family friendly campground. The young children had a good time at the campgrounds little water park. Owner did allow us to check in early due to the house being cleaned already, and responded to all emails in a timely manner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
Plenty of space for our family. Comfortable. Would stay again .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

KIM W.

Resort stay
House was ok. Really needed a better cleaning . Owner took several days to respond
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Sara H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unsatisfied
The house is spacious & had plenty of room. Close proximity to the beach. Decorated nicely, but desperately needs a deep cleaning & some maintenance. I made the owner aware of following concerns. He replied quickly that he’d reach out to his cleaning company, but I did not hear anything else from him. Maintenance concerns: The railing gives & is dangerous. I do not allow my kids on deck by themselves. It’s unfortunate to be on vacation & not enjoy the outdoor space. Vent in upstairs bathroom is dripping, hopefully just condensation (maybe air unit coils need maintenanced/cleaned) Glass door slams shut, does not catch to close more slowly. Handle slips off glass door easily. Upstairs shower on right wouldn’t drain so we couldn’t use that shower. Some of us showered in outdoor cause it’s tough only having 2 usable showers. Trundle bed does not pull out, so house sleeps 15. Cleanliness issues: Floors are filthy, after being here for 30-45min, the bottom of kids feet are black. Underneath the Trundle is full of sand & mattress appears stained/dirty. Mattress pads on beds had lose debris, crumbs or something on them. Bedside tables needed to be wiped down. (From what I gather you must manage the property from afar, & you’re paying for a cleaning service & charging guests for assumed services & the company is not providing that service) There was no broom or mop in the house, so we bought our own. There was however a vacuum & leaf blower.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H., Johnson City,, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Super clean and just as pictured. Perfect layout for multiple families vacationing together. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHELBY A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Love Ocean Lakes Family Campground
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Robert B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Do Not Recommend
The home has cockroaches! On Day 2, I texted the owner info. with pictures of the roaches and did not receive a response; therefore he must have already known. The pictures displayed of the house reflects nice decks; however they are very small and the banisters were not secured tightly. I was scared to let me small children on the decks. I will never rent from this owner again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Salty Mermaid
Great place for family. Was exactly as described. Comfortable home. Central to everything -super close to the beach. Perfect for all ages. Will definitely rent again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca T., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable vacation
Was nice and quite, relaxing place to stay inside the park. With a nice short walk to the ocean for morning sunrises and beach fun. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023