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June 26, 2024June 26, 2024

The 5 Best Spots to Watch Fireworks Along Charleston’s Coastline

Happy 4th of July Independence day USA handwritten phrase with stars and firework isolated on white background. Vector lettering illustration.

When celebrating the 4^th of July with a bang, Charleston, SC, offers some of the most stunning fireworks displays along its beautiful coastline. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these five spots provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable evening under the stars. For your best experience, rest assured in the comfort and convenience of a Carolina One vacation rental. These rentals offer prime locations and comfortable homes to relax during your vacation. Let’s look below at the five best spots for fireworks along the Charleston coastline this 4^th of July.

1. Charleston, SC

Charleston’s downtown waterfront is a fantastic and magical spot to catch the city’s grand fireworks display. If you’re staying in one of our Charleston vacation rentals, head to Waterfront Park or the Battery for an incredible view over the harbor. The historic charm of Charleston, combined with the vibrant colors of the fireworks, creates a magical experience. After the show, stroll through the charming streets filled with the city’s rich history and Southern hospitality.

2. Folly Beach, SC

Independence Day celebration Folly Beach, SC

Folly Beach is a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike to watch fireworks. The fireworks are typically launched from the beach, making the pier and sand the perfect place for viewing the show at dusk. Enjoy the day soaking up the sun, surfing, and savoring the local cuisine before the fireworks light up the night sky. For the best experience, consider staying in a Folly Beach vacation rental. These rentals offer the convenience of being close to the beach and local attractions, allowing you to immerse yourself as a true Folly Beach local fully.

3. Edisto Beach, SC

People looking at fireworks in honor of Independence Day at a park

Edisto Beach offers a more laid-back and intimate setting for a fireworks display. Renowned for its tranquil atmosphere, Edisto is the perfect setting for families looking to escape life at home. Head over to Bay Creek Park at 6:00 pm to grab a spot for the fireworks show with the family. Don’t forget to explore the local shops and seafood restaurants while enjoying your Edisto Beach vacation rental.

4. Sullivan’s Island

Fourth of July fireworks on Sullivan's Island

Sullivan’s Island provides a quaint, charming, and picturesque location for watching fireworks. The island’s serene beaches and friendly community make it a perfect spot for vacationing families. To fully enjoy what Sullivan’s Island offers, consider staying in a Sullivan’s Island vacation rental. This 4^th of July celebration in the sky kicks off at 9:00 pm, and your family can get a great view from your vacation rental.

5. Isle of Palms

4th July fireworks. Fireworks display on dark sky background.

Isle of Palms boasts a lively and festive environment for the 4^th of July. The beach is the central hub for the fireworks, with plenty of space for families to spread out and enjoy the show. The island also boasts various restaurants where you can enjoy a meal before the fireworks begin at 9:00 pm. The combination of beach fun, relaxation at your vacation rental, and fireworks makes the Isle of Palms a top choice this 4^th of July.

When planning your 4^th of July festivities, consider making your stay even more comfortable by booking a Carolina One vacation rental. You’ll easily access the best fireworks shows along the coast with properties in these prime locations. Enjoy the comfort of home while being close to all the action, making it a perfect holiday celebration.

March 29, 2024March 29, 2024

Beaches, BBQs, and Battleships this Memorial Day along the Charleston Coast

Charleston, South Carolina, USA at Waterfront Park at dawn.

Can you believe that Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner? Imagine your perfect getaway where the sun-kissed beaches of Folly Beach, Edisto Beach, and Isle of Palms. Sounds Dreamy, right? We can’t forget Isle of Palms and Wild Dunes, where you’ll meet serene landscapes. Each location boasts its unique charm, offering an ideal backdrop for your holiday retreat to the Charleston Coast.

Embrace the Charm of Charleston’s Beaches

Sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean in Folly Beach, South Carolina.

The Charleston area, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture, offers a beach for every mood. Folly Beach, with its laid-back atmosphere, is perfect for those looking to unwind with the sound of waves in the background. Edisto Beach offers a more secluded retreat, allowing you to reconnect with nature and, perhaps, yourself. Meanwhile, Isle of Palms and Wild Dunes blend natural beauty and upscale amenities, making every moment spent special.

The Comfort of Carolina One Vacation Rentals

Staying in a Carolina One vacation rental makes your holiday memorable. Awaken to breathtaking ocean views from the comfort of a cozy, modern home. Booking now for Memorial Day means a worry-free vacation. You only must ponder whether you want to swim first thing in the morning or have breakfast on the balcony.

Planning offers enormous benefits. Booking now with Carolina One ensures your dream vacation rental for May and June. When was your last visit to the Charleston Coast? Now’s the time to make those dreams come true. Secure your spot in paradise before it’s too late!

Memorial Day Memories Await

Memorial Day weekend along the Charleston Coast is not just a time for relaxation; it’s a time for celebration and remembrance. The area comes alive with events that honor our nation’s heroes while offering endless entertainment. Enjoy everything from savoring local cuisine at beachside BBQs to exploring historical sites like the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point. The weekend promises a perfect blend of fun and relaxation.

"The USS Yorktown was the 10th aircraft carrier to serve in the United States Navy and was commissioned in 1943. The carrier saw heavy action against the Japanese Navy during WWII. It is now in permanent dry dock in Charleston, South Carolina and serves as a maritime museum located at Patriots Point."

In Folly Beach, join in the local festivities for their annual sand sculpting contest, a family tradition for many. Edisto Beach’s Memorial Day Parade is a colorful display of community pride. At the same time, Isle of Palms and Wild Dunes offer a variety of water sports and golfing opportunities for the more active visitors.

Book Now for a Season of Sun and Serenity

Looking ahead to summer, choose the Charleston Coast for an unforgettable Memorial Day vacation. Booking your stay with Carolina One Vacation Rentals now ensures a hassle-free holiday where the anticipation of your arrival is matched only by the memories you’ll create.

So, why wait? Secure your spot along the Charleston Coast and prepare for an out-of-this-world Memorial Day weekend. It is the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and remembrance. After all, the ideal vacation is not just about the place. It’s about the peace of mind from having everything sorted before packing your bags. Welcome to your next adventure, and welcome to the Coast of Charleston!

October 31, 2022October 31, 2022

Spend the Holidays on the South Carolina Coast

Flat Lay Of Chalkboard On Sandy Background. Sunny Summer Decoration As Holiday Greeting Card. Sand And Beach Environment. English Text Happy Holidays

Are you and your family looking to do something a little different this year for the holidays? If the answer is yes, let us share a few reasons you should visit this year. Staying in one of our Carolina One vacation rentals will keep you and your family close to the fun. See below why you should spend your holidays with us on the South Carolina Coast.

Plenty of Space

family in a large home on holiday vacation

A big reason for spending the holidays this year in one of our vacation rentals is getting to bring the whole family. Depending on the size of your family will be a significant factor in what size home you’d need to stay in. We have homes perfect for a family of four and some that can sleep up to 20 people. With the size of the house comes the guarantee that you won’t be hearing arguments about who sleeps where and who is hogging the bathroom every morning. There will be plenty for everyone to have their own space. We can promise you that you’ll hear more arguments about leaving to go home than wanting to come back to the area year after year.

Large Kitchens

kitchen in newly constructed luxury home

Another great reason for spending the holidays here on the coast is the large kitchens in our vacation rentals. No need to worry about prepping food to bring on vacation when you can prepare your holiday food in your rental. Bake a few dozen cookies with the kids and let them decorate them. Start a new tradition this year to cook Thanksgiving dinner or Christmas dinner in your rental rather than going out to eat. No matter how big your family is this holiday season, we can promise you’ll have plenty of space in your rental to cook any sized meal for any family gathering!

There are many other reasons why spending the holidays on the Coast of South Carolina, but we wanted to share these with you. If you haven’t booked your next vacation to stay with us at Carolina One vacation rentals, now is the time. We can’t wait to hear which holiday vacation rental was your family’s favorite this year!

July 29, 2022July 29, 2022

Beach Day Essentials

sun protection - mother put sunblock cream on little daughter face

Do you have a vacation planned to stay at the beach here on the Charleston Coast? If the answer is yes, let us share a few essentials you’ll need. Staying in one of our Folly Beach vacation rentals will keep you and your family close to the fun. See below for the essentials you’ll need to complete the perfect day at the beach!

The Essentials

Sunscreen – This is important to always have with you anytime you’re on vacation at the beach. We always recommend that you wear at least 30-SPF and that it’s water resistant. Reapplying throughout the day helps keep your skin in a burn-free zone.

Red and Yellow Beach Umbrella in sand with water in the background. Blue and white cooler and blue, white and yellow volleyball.

Beach Umbrella – A beach umbrella is vital when you are at the beach to allow you and your family shade. Having the kids keep out of the sun at times of the day can be an excellent thing for them. Plus, it can also keep your drinks out of the sun from getting too hot too quickly.

Reusable Water Bottle – Having a reusable water bottle for everyone in the family can keep your drinks cold all day. If you have an oceanfront vacation rental, you can go back in and refill as often as you’d like.

Lounge Chairs and Umbrella at the Beach with the sunsetting in the background

Beach Chairs – Bring a beach chair per person in the family can allow you all to sit and relax. No need to sit in the sand as you each lunch, enjoy some sun, or just a way to relax by the waves.

Beach Towel – Just like a beach chair, having a beach towel to dry off after you take the kids into the waves to play. Let the kids pick out their towels and place them on their beach chairs.

First-Aid Kit – A first-aid kit is an excellent addition to your beach essentials as you never know if you’ll need it.

Outdoor beach cart wagon on a sandy beach near the ocean. Family vacation

Beach Wagon – This is not essential, but it can help bring things down to the beach. Load it up with the beach chairs, essentials – you’ve done all the hard work easy peasy.

Many other things can be considered essential to your beach day, but we wanted to share these. If you haven’t booked your next vacation to stay in one of our Carolina One vacation rentals, now is the time. We can’t wait to hear what you packed as an essential for your perfect beach day!

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022

Our Top 5 Most Instagrammable Spots in Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina, USA cityscape in the historic French Quarter at twilight.

Charleston, SC, is a city that is full of southern charm and is known to many to have the most photogenic spots on the South Carolina Coast. Charleston has been on any visitors’ must vacation lists for many years. Staying with us at Carolina One vacation rentals will allow you and your family to explore the area. Let’s look below at where our top five most instagrammable spots are in Charleston!

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row must be one of the places that many will flock to in Charleston to get a glimpse of those gorgeous homes. You’ll find these pastel-colored historic homes located on E. Bay Street in Charleston, and they will remind you of the homes you’ll find in Curacao. Fill your feed with pictures of these beautiful colorful homes to share with your friends and family!

The Angel Oak Tree

Charleston, South Carolina, USA - February 28, 2020: Angel Oak tree in Charleston, South Carolina, USA, a Southern live oak (Quercus virginiana) estimated to be 400-500 years old.

Another great picture to snap is located at the most prominent and oldest oak tree in the area, the Angel Oak. This tree is over 400 years old and stands over 65 feet tall. With its mossy-covered limbs, you’ll be able to see this beauty from across the park. Remember to take a panoramic picture to get the whole thing inside your viewfinder.

Folly Beach Pier

Under the pier at Folly Beach, South Carolina, USA

This iconic fishing pier on Folly Beach must be one of the most instagrammable on the island. From the laid-back, chill vibe you’ll get just stepping foot onto the beach, this fishing pier is perfect for beautiful pictures. Under the Folly Beach, Fishing Pier is where you can take photos from just about every angle and never see a bad shot. To add a little contrast to the picture, shoot it in Black & White, and we promise this will be a picture you’ll never want to delete.

Pineapple Fountain

Did you know that pineapples in the south mean hospitality? Charleston is filled with love and hospitality and welcomes all who visit. You will find the Pineapple Fountain at Waterfront Park near Charleston Harbor. Grab a few pictures of the family by the fountain and go during sunset to grab the most dramatic images. We promise this fountain welcomes you to take as many shots as you want!

N Adgers Wharf

A stone pathway in Charleston, SC with a bright light at the end of the path.

The last pick you’ll find near the Pineapple Fountain, N Adgers Wharf. Many visitors overlook this spot because it’s like you’ve stepped back in time. You’ll find that the pictures are perfect with the stone-filled streets and the beautiful homes. No matter what time of day you visit, you’ll be able to capture some of the most beautiful memories yet in the Charleston area.

Charleston is filled with history, charm, and southern hospitality, and we wanted to share our top 5 spots of the most instagrammable in the area. Staying with us in one of our Carolina One vacation rentals will allow you and your family to be close to the fun. We can’t wait to hear where your favorite place is in the area.

May 31, 2022June 1, 2022

3 Activities You Don’t Want to Miss this Summer

family teens showing excitement over the summer break

It’s hard to believe that schools are out, and summer is upon us here on the South Carolina Coast. Summer is a great time in the Charleston area as there are so many different activities that you don’t want to miss. Staying with us at Carolina One vacation rentals will allow you and your family to be close to the fun. Let’s look below at our three activities you don’t want to miss this summer in the area.

Morris Island Boat Tour

The whole family can connect this summer by trying out the Morris Island Boat Tour. Morris Island is full of undeveloped land that is a gem to explore. The only way to get to the island is by boat. Taking a tour will allow you and the family to soak up 3 hours of exploring the island, looking at wildlife, and checking out new shells. We can promise you that you’ll never experience another island like this one again!

Charleston Riverdogs Baseball Game

Another fun activity that the whole family can enjoy this summer is going to at least one Charleston Riverdogs Baseball game. Fun for all ages, let the kids learn the “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” song, get those delicious hotdogs, and have a good time together. If you have little ones who are big ball players, check out the camps they offer at the stadium. Think of the new memories you’ll make as you watch a ballgame or two.

Explore the SC Aquarium

mom and daughter at aquarium viewing fish

If you have little ones who aren’t into the above activities, head on to the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston. Here the family will enjoy the many different exhibits that they have to offer. There is an exhibit for everyone from seeing the Carolina Seas, The Shallows, the Touch Tank, and even the Coastal Plains area. Even Kids Coast has different activities on how the water filtration happens at the aquarium. This would also be a great activity to check out on a rainy day.

There are many other fun activities that you can pick from in the area, but we wanted to share these. If you haven’t booked your next trip to stay with us at Carolina One vacation rentals, now is the time. We can’t wait to hear how you enjoyed your summer vacation here on the South Carolina Coast!

April 30, 2022May 18, 2022

Book Your Summer Vacation Today

family on the beach with a little girl, dad, little boy and mom with pool noodles standing on the beach

Can you believe that summer will be here before we know it? The Charleston area is a great place to spend your summer vacation with your family. Staying in one of our Carolina One vacation rentals will allow your family to explore the area. Let’s look below at why you should book your summer vacation today.

Beach House

Colorful beach homes with palm trees lining each yard.

One of the best reasons you should book your summer vacation today is your beach house for the week. Staying in one of our vacation rentals along the South Carolina coast has perks. Those perks include a full-sized kitchen, washer & dryer, rooms for everyone to stay in, and more. There are many to pick from, from walking just a few blocks from the ocean to staying in one of our oceanfront vacation rentals. We suggest that you hurry and book as we are booking up fast.

Weather

The weather on the South Carolina coast during the summer months is fantastic. From having a few afternoon showers or storms, most days are clear blue skies. The temperatures can get well into the 90s during the day, but at night they can dip down into the low 70s. No matter the temperature outdoors, remember you will have a cool vacation rental waiting for you.

Summer Fun

beach fun with seashells, shovel, yellow bucket, blue flip-flops and a chair on a beach

Family vacations during the summer months are always exciting for everyone. Spending your days at the beach can be the best thing for any family to do. But if you like to try new things, we can suggest fishing, learning to surf, golfing, or just exploring downtown Charleston. After all, many families love to sit back and relax on their summer vacations.

While there are many other fun things that you and your family can do, we wanted to share these. We are filling up fast this summer and would love to see your family enjoying one of our Carolina One vacation rentals. If you haven’t booked, give us a call today to see what we have available. We look forward to seeing you this summer and hearing what you enjoyed on your trip!

February 28, 2021February 28, 2021

Spring Break 2021 in the Charleston Area

Spring Break will be here before you know it, and now is the time to start thinking about planning it. The Charleston area is an excellent place for the whole family to visit, with many things to do for everyone. Staying in one of our Carolina One vacation rentals will allow you and the family to be able to enjoy your break from school a little more. Let’s take a peek at what some of the things that you can do together this spring break in the area.

Fun at the Aquarium

If you have kids that love animals, then bring them over to the South Carolina Aquarium one day. Here they will explore different exhibits such as the Mountain Forest, Piedmont, Trading Post, and Kids Coast. The Kids Coast is a great hands-on learning experience that will allow your kids to learn about water filtration and participate in different activities with others. There is also a Saltmarsh Aviary where you’ll be able to step outside and check out the Charleston Harbor, where you’ll see pelicans and more. Be sure, however, to purchase your tickets online before heading over to the Aquarium for the day.

Frankie’s Fun

Another great place where the whole family can head to is Frankie’s in Charleston. Frankie’s has everything that everyone in the family will love. Some of the things that you will be able to do together are mini-golf, go-karts, batting cages, bumper boats, and even an arcade. After playing a round of mini-golf with the family, head on over to Frankie’s Grill, where you can get pizza, burgers, hot dogs and finish with something sweet. We can promise that your kids will not get bored with everything you can do here at Frankie’s!

While there are so many other fun things you can do while in the Charleston area, we wanted to share these with you. If you haven’t booked your next vacation to stay with us at Carolina One vacation rentals, now is the time. We hope to see you and your family this Spring Break here on the beautiful South Carolina Coast!

November 30, 2020November 30, 2020

Make New Memories this Holiday Season at the Beach

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are here, and pretty soon, it will be time to celebrate the new year. This year instead of spending the holidays at home, spend them at the beach. One of the best things you can do is surprise your family with a vacation to stay in one of our South Carolina vacation rentals. Let’s look below at some fun things that your family can do while on vacation this holiday season.

Bake Sweet Treats

As you are staying in one of our vacation rentals this holiday season, your family can bake some pretty sweet treats in your kitchen. Each of our vacation rentals comes with a full-sized kitchen that your family will feel like you’re still at home but on the beach. Bake up some snickerdoodles, peanut butter chocolate cake, or make peppermint bark with the kids. Let the kids decorate their own gingerbread houses that you make while on vacation and let them eat them afterward. Think of the new memories that your family can meanwhile you bake and enjoy these tasty treats.

Watch Holiday Movies

Another fun thing that your family can do is watch holiday movies this year while on vacation. When you stay in one of our vacation rentals, you will have high-speed internet so you can stream the film. Some of the classic movies that your family can watch are White Christmas, Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, or even Elf. Be sure to make some tasty popcorn or snack on some of the delicious treats you have made while on vacation. No matter what movie you watch, just spend as much time on vacation together as a family.

Spend the Day at the Beach

Since you will already be on the South Carolina coast, then head to the beach for a day or two. In between baking and watching movies, relax on the beach as a family. Some of the fun things that the kids can do are have a sandman building contest, build sandcastles like the kids were building gingerbread houses, or sit and relax in the sun. Even though you will be coming during the holiday season, be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen with you. The sun is just as bright as it during the summer months.

While there are many other fun things you can do this holiday season here on the South Carolina coast, we wanted to share these with you. IF you haven’t booked your next vacation to stay with us in one of our South Carolina vacation rentals, now is the time. We hope to see you and your family as you experience the holidays at the beach this year!

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