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Welcome to the Salty Mermaid

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Myrtle Beach, SC
  • Ocean Lakes Beach
    1 min walk
  • Lakewood Beach
    17 min walk
  • Sandy's Meet 'N Eat
    14 min walk
  • Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    16 min drive

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About the area

Surfside Beach

A family-friendly stay in Surfside Beach awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Ocean Lakes Beach and Magnolia Lake within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this holiday home include a water park, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a washing machine, free WiFi and 3 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a living room and a dining area are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a fitness centre, a games room and a garden. Additionally, you'll find barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Surfside Beach holiday home include Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach.
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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, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.) - 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

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

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

Yep, Welcome to the Salty Mermaid is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Lakes Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Welcome to the Salty Mermaid have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a communal pool, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Does Welcome to the Salty Mermaid have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

Welcome to the Salty Mermaid features a heated pool, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Is Welcome to the Salty Mermaid family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Welcome to the Salty Mermaid is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

No, Welcome to the Salty Mermaid does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Welcome to the Salty Mermaid?

There is a golf course next to Welcome to the Salty Mermaid.

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