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Get Your Brew On!
I like to say to visitors who come to Charleston “ You will never go hungry or thirsty in Charleston!” which is never more true than now. Do you know how many breweries there are in Charleston? Go ahead and guess, I’ll wait…..32! Yes ladies and gentlemen, there are 32 locally owned breweries in this part of the low country. Now, [...]
What are the inns doing during COVID?
Aloha Y’all! We hope you are all doing well and are safe. Right now times are a bit odd and we are all trying our best to adjust, that is why this post will be about what we are doing at the inns to make sure you and our staff are kept safe, happy and, healthy! Masks are required in the [...]
2019 Holiday Promotion
The Holidays are fast approaching! We are running a holiday special offering 15% off of all gift certificates purchased before January 1st, 2020!!! For Example: Purchase a Certificate worth a $500 value and you only pay $425. Our gift certificates never expire and can be redeemed anytime throughout the year. We do not accommodate any children under the age of [...]
Check out Folly Beach Farmers Market During your stay
Come out and have a great time every Monday from 4-8 PM and Saturday from 11 AM -4 PM for the Folly Beach Farmer's Market! It's less than a 5 minute walk from the Inn to the Folly River Park. It's a very family, dog, and "Folly" spirited event! Listen to free live music, buy some locally grown vegetables, check out [...]
Water Activities on Folly
Whether you are one of our guests or just a local looking to get outside, explore, and make new memories this Spring, here are 3 activities we recommend: 1) Kayaking : Check out our friends at Coastal Expeditions for an amazing private or group kayak tour! You will get to explore the tranquil, quiet tidal creeks Folly has to offer with [...]
Folly Gras 2019
FOLLYGRAS 2019 Our owners, staff and guests all had a blast at FollyGras 2019 this past Saturday 2/23. Pictured above is our festively decorated golf cart driven by the owners son, Grant, and his friend Jake. The owner of Water's Edge Inn, Paul Lauer, and his daughter Madilyn are pictured to right of the golf cart. Some of Paul's friends accompanied [...]
February on Folly!
Can ya'll believe that we are already one week into the 2nd month of 2019!?! And as you are realizing this you find yourself still making a bucket list for 2019. We know that a visit to Folly Beach has been in the back of your mind - SO plan it! Oh and you also have always wanted to stay in [...]
Inclement Weather Postpones Holiday Events
Did ya'll hear that thunderstorm we had this morning? This recent flooding was due to the rain and our extra high tides brought on by November's full moon aka The Beaver Moon. Random fun fact: According to folklore, the Full Moon in November is named after beavers who become active while preparing for the winter. It is also known as Frosty [...]
Best Bites on Folly Beach
Beach towns aren’t always known as culinary destinations. However, on “The Edge of America” we are spoiled with food that will tease your taste buds. We have everything from curried mac and cheese to buckets of steamed crab legs. Don’t feel like you need to leave the beach to dine like a king. We have everything you could possibly want on [...]
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Miss Spoleto Festival USA
Experience 17 days of thrilling opera, theater, musical, and other performances during the 2018 Spoleto Festival USA, one of the top festivals in Charleston, SC near our Folly Beach bed and breakfast. From May 25 to June 10, Charleston will be vibrant with artistry, with a handful of venues across the peninsula hosting immersive, unique, and thrilling presentations. If you're still [...]
Perfect Folly Beach Activities for Spring
As spring arrives, the weather begins to warm, local flora begins to bloom, and Folly Beach once again becomes a hub for beachgoers, entertainment, and outdoor activities. With so many fantastic things to do around the Folly Beach area, we've compiled all of the perfect Folly Beach activities there is to do during the spring months. From surf lessons to sports [...]
The Couple’s Guide To Folly Beach
The Couple’s Guide To Folly Beach A couple’s retreat to Folly Beach comes with endless amounts of fun, romantic, and exciting things to do and experience. From downtown dining in historic Charleston and paddleboarding and kayaking off of Folly Beach to innovative cooking classes downtown and charming walks along the historic gardens of the Lowcountry - couples will find no shortage [...]
Plan Your Perfect Charleston Elopement With Water’s Edge Inn
Whether you are a budget-conscious bride looking to save on expenses or a private couple not-seeking an elaborate ordeal, elopements are growing in popularity. Not only is Charleston, SC one of the top wedding destinations in the nation, but also one of the top elopement destinations - and it’s not hard to figure out why. Why Elope? You are in [...]
Plan A Fantastic Fall Getaway In Folly Beach
Folly Beach is not only one of Charleston's most popular beaches but is also one of the most popular beach destinations along the east coast. Though we don't quite draw the crowds of other massive destinations like Myrtle Beach or Virginia Beach, families and couples alike flock to the Folly shores to enjoy the quaint, small town feel that our beach offers. [...]
5 Reasons To Stay At A Folly Beach Bed & Breakfast
Planning a beach vacation can be a stressful endeavor. Where does one even start when determining the right route for a place to stay? If you are like many Folly Beach visitors, you are here to enjoy the decadent local dining, the charming local atmosphere, and the scenic shoreline. But what is the best option when it comes to taking in [...]
Love Birds Unite
February in Folly Beach brings the FollyGras parade and celebration as well as romantic Valentine’s weekend getaways. Water’s Edge Inn and Regatta Inn played host to many couples enjoying romantic time together and it seems a new romance has developed within our own ranks….. Meet Bubba. Bubba stays perched right outside our front door at Water’s Edge Inn and has taken [...]
Halloween on Folly Beach
It's going to be be a fun filled weekend here on Folly Beach. There is guaranteed to be something for the young and old at heart.One of Folly's Biggest traditions is the Halloween Carnival. It will be held Friday Oct. 30th at Folly River Park from 6:30-9 pm.There will be a Children’s costume contest, Family costume contest, Mom or Dad’s best [...]
Charleston Restaurant Week
Charleston Restaurant Week starts today! Looking for great food at a great price? Well look no further! Charleston Restaurant Week offers great deals at classic Charleston eateries. Take this opportunity to try something new. Check out their website for menus and availability. Cheers, Y'all! http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/charleston-restaurant-week/
Charleston Area Restaurant Week Sept. 9-19,2021
It is Restaurant Week in Charleston, SC which means it is a perfect time to take advantage of all the amazing restaurants Charleston has to offer. With so many great restaurants, it would be impossible to enjoy them all in one day. That's where we come in! Give us a call to book your stay so you don't have to miss [...]
Folly’s Hidden Gems
Folly's Hidden Gems Well, you made it here to Water's Edge Inn, so you have already discovered the best kept, not so secret, hidden gem on Folly Beach. Thanks to the most recent review from the popular website, Yelp, ranking Water's Edge Inn as the best bed and breakfast in the state of South Carolina, the secret is out. The local [...]
Water’s Edge Inn Named the Best Bed & Breakfast in South Carolina by Yelp
Have you heard the good news?! The Best Bed & Breakfast in South Carolina can be found right here on Folly Beach! Water's Edge Inn was named the top Bed & Breakfast in the state by Yelp. A number of factors were analyzed in order to determine our spot at number one, including the total volume of reviews [...]
Long Time, No Sea! Calling All Beach Bums
A Letter to our Guests That summer time feeling (aka humidity) is in the air and we couldn't be more thrilled. We just wanted to reach out and talk all things Folly and Summer with our favorite guests (and potential guests). While the Summer Solstice is June 20th (the official start of Summer), a lot of us consider Memorial Day [...]
Swing through Spring
Swing through Spring in Charleston, SC With baseball (finally) back at the Charleston River Dogs and the PGA professional golf tournament at The Ocean Course at Kiawah, it is feeling like Spring in the Low Country. But baseball bats and golf clubs won't be the only thing swinging this Spring. Check out all the exciting things going on around Charleston, SC [...]
Springing into the Season- Where to Stop and Smell the Roses this Spring
Spring is a beautiful time of year in the low country, everything is in full bloom and the temperatures are barrable enough to enjoy it! Below is a list of local events happening around Charleston, SC that will encourage you to get out and stop to smell the roses.. or at the very least, give them a glance. ♦Festival of Houses [...]