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While some say it traces its name to an old English term for dense vegetation and others point to an equally old French term meaning delight, there’s no doubt that Folly Island – usually just referred to as Folly Beach for the town that encompasses virtually the entire island – is both lush and appealing. But judging by another name it was once known by, you’d certainly think neither was the case.

Folly Beach

Once commonly referred to as Coffin Island, even appearing that way on some maps of the time, Folly Island was one of several barrier islands on which ships were required to deposit sick passengers before moving into Charleston Harbor, thereby reducing the risk of disease epidemics there. On their trip out of the harbor, ships would stop and pick up those passengers that were still alive and bury those that weren’t.

Being the closest beach to the heart of Charleston (just 10 miles away), it was only natural that Folly Beach would ultimately develop into a playground instead of a cemetery. Known by Charlestonians as “the edge of America,” the island was already a popular vacation destination when noted American composer George Gershwin and author DuBose Heyward came there in 1934 to work on the acclaimed Porgy and Bess folk opera. The island continues to be a popular vacation destination and offers a wide variety of housing for those looking to make the Carolina coast their home.

Beach Home on Folly Beach SC Homes, townhomes, condos and villas can be found along the island’s six miles of beaches as well as miles of miles of river and Intracoastal Waterway frontage, marshes and tidal creeks. A favorite destination for returning vacationers year after year, the island offers some of the state’s best values in coastal property and is typically a hot Charleston real estate market for those looking to invest in a vacation rental.

One of the East Coast’s more popular surfing spots, Folly Beach offers a laid back vibe with a classic beach community’s “downtown” and a wide variety of recreational opportunities. For fishermen there’s the Taylor Fishing Pier, one of the longest on the coast, as well as numerous charter fishing companies. The island also offers excellent bird watching, canoeing, beachcombing, shrimping and bike riding. Be sure to check out the Morris Island Lighthouse, which dates to 1693, as well as numerous Revolutionary War and Civil War sites.

Homes along Folly Beach

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Homes In Folly Beach

35 And 37 W W 9th Ext Street, Folly Beach image

35 And 37 W W 9th Ext Street, Folly Beach $1,499,000

Welcome to 35 & 37 W 9th Street Ext. Incredible opportunity to acquire a one of a kind property consisting of 2 lots. So many possibilities: Build a main house with a g...

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1 Red Sunset, Folly Beach $664,900

Enjoy your personal retreat on the back side of Folly Beach with marsh views and peeks of the Folly River. This updated beach cottage will convey furnished. From the fro...

2 Beds
1 Baths
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116 E Indian Avenue, Folly Beach $3,475,000

Folly Beach Investor Alert - 5 UNIT RIVERFRONT property with 2 deep water slips. The Riverside Inn is a very rare opportunity on Folly Beach to own an operating Bed & Bre...

12 Beds
12 Baths
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1102 E Ashley Avenue, Folly Beach $825,000

This incredibly unique beach home named ''Anna Belle's'' house on Folly Beach is calling your name. Have you been dreaming of an unbeatable location? This home is only 1 ...