# I'On Ave 2656 is a Vacation Rental property in Sullivan's Island, SC > Canonical Human URL: https://www.islandrealty.com/rentals/ion-ave-2656/ ## Property Details - Location: Sullivan's Island, SC - Type: House - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 2 - Max Occupancy: 10 - Pet Friendly: No - Rating: 4.5778 (45 reviews) ------------------------------ ## Location - Coordinates: 32.766264, -79.827037 - Region: Sullivan's Island, SC ### Open date ranges - Oct 31, 2026 to Nov 26, 2026 - Dec 7, 2026 to Dec 27, 2026 - Jan 9, 2027 to May 3, 2027 - May 10, 2027 to May 27, 2027 - May 31, 2027 to Jun 26, 2027 - Jul 10, 2027 to Aug 28, 2027 ## Amenities Cookware,Linens Provided,Near Beach,Oven,Screened Porch,Virtual Tour,Washer & Dryer,Air Conditioning,Cable Television,Central Heat & Air,Internet,Linens,Television,Towels Provided ## Images (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/2767200322.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/9386880327.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/9386880328.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/2102100798.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/1545700782.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/0673650871.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/7085590950.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/1197030706.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/9245180363.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/5657130630.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/9975530256.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/2658510697.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/5722390560.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/1578720696.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/7816720293.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/7107240097.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/7816720668.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/2450770814.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/4642590092.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/2865470653.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/4959020308.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/4577340071.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/1197030520.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/3148880871.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/4959020381.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/4053950074.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/8721790015.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/1371760573.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/3355840670.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/2767200792.jpeg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/IslandInc/34704/9386880325.jpeg) > ## Description This charming, original Sullivans Island beach home sits on a spacious ½-acre lot and retains many of its classic coastal features throughout. Ideally located just two short blocks from beach access, it offers both convenience and timeless island character. The main level features an open floor plan with a comfortable living room and dining area. The dining table seats 8 guests, while the large kitchen includes an additional table seating 4, along with a full-size portable dishwasher for added convenience. Enjoy the expansive front screened porch, complete with outdoor seating and dining space—perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. The home includes 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the main level. The lower level offers 2 additional connecting bedrooms, 2 sitting rooms, and 1 full bathroom. Please note that access to the lower level living areas is exterior only, via a stairway located on the screened porch. Ample parking is available in the large rear yard off Middle Street. Guests are asked not to park on the cement walkway on Ion Avenue, and if parking on Ion Street, vehicles must have wheels off the pavement to avoid ticketing. For convenience, parking in the rear yard is highly recommended, with access to the home through the upper screened porch door off Middle Street. ---LAYOUT--- 2500 sq ft First Floor: (lower level) Bedroom 1: Queen Bedroom 2: Queen Sitting area #1 with TV Sitting area #2 with small refrigerator Shared full bathroom with shower (opens to both bedrooms). Washer/Dryer in the garage. Second Floor: Screened Porch Living room Dining room: seats 8 with additional seating for 4 at table in kitchen. Kitchen with eat in kitchen table for 4 Bedroom 3: 2 X Long Twins. Bedroom 4: King; TV Bedroom 5: 2 X Long Twins. Bathroom is located in between bedrooms 4 and 5 (1 full bath on each floor). Shower/Tub combo *****Important information***** - Complimentary Wi-Fi and Cable TV - Keurig Coffee Maker is provided - All bed linens and towels provided (1 set per person) - Starter kit: Starter kits include small dish soap, small dishwasher detergent, 1-2 kitchen trash bags, 1 roll of paper towels, TP in each bathroom. - Starter Amenities: Shampoo, conditioner, lotion, body soap, cleansing bar. - Beach towels and beach chairs are not provided but are available through local Beach Chair and Umbrella Rental companies. - Charcoal Grill - Please no pets or smoking - Washer and Dryer - Please do not park on the cement walkway on Ion Avenue. Ample parking is available in large rear yard off Middle Street - you can enter through the upper screen porch door (off Middle Street). *This is a 3 night minimum rental all year. During times of promotion, this property does not allow discounts.* Vehicle Capacity: 5 ------------------------------ ## Reviews ### Fun funky house with lots of space (4/5 stars) When we arrive to the house we were very pleased with how fun it was, there were multiple rooms where you could gather or sit by yourself and read we walked down to the restaurants just a couple blocks away. Plenty of parking in the backyard seemed like a great house. Unfortunately there were some Plumbing issues that came up so we were only able to stay one night. The rental agent did get us a new home to stay in but we were sad to leave that house. - Anonymous Posted on 6/15/2026 ### Beach rental (5/5 stars) Took family to the beach. House within quick walking distance. House is older but great value for the price. I would recommend reaching out about bedrooms as the layout is odd. - Anonymous Posted on 6/9/2026 ### Quirky, spacious, delightful. (5/5 stars) Quirky, but spacious and delightful. Amazing porch, plenty of amenities. Would stay here again. Clean. May be challenging for those who have issues with stairs, or very young children as there are breakables. Historical property that feels nicely lived in. - Anonymous Posted on 6/5/2026 ### We had an incredible time~ (5/5 stars) We loved the house and all of the character, warmth, and homey-ness that it entailed. This was so much more cozy and relaxing than a slick, modern hotel. Loved the decorations and all the little areas and corners to hang out in. Wouldn't change a thing. - Anonymous Posted on 4/12/2026 ### historic home at good location (5/5 stars) Love Sullivan's Island with its lack of commercial clutter and fantastic maritime forest. - Anonymous Posted on 11/1/2025 ### Comfy and cozy (5/5 stars) Loved the older style home with the decorations and all the little dens and living room. And porches. - Anonymous Posted on 7/4/2025 ### 7 min walk to the beach! (5/5 stars) Great location! A 7 min walk to the beach. Also, all the restaurants, coffee shop, and ice cream shops are within walking distance from the house. Ms. Debbie with Island Realty is amazing. She is kind, professional, and helped us out during our stay. Our family of 10 fit comfortably in this house. - Anonymous Posted on 6/15/2025 ### Sullivan’s Island vacation (5/5 stars) Very comfortable house, great porch, close to beach and Home Team Bbq - Anonymous Posted on 11/7/2024 ### Island haven (4/5 stars) Lovely weather. Comfortable home. Fabulous island because of no honky tonk and maritime forest preservation. Friendly people. - Anonymous Posted on 10/28/2024 ### Great family vacation home (5/5 stars) Loved the inside of the house. You get a beach feel throughout the house. The back pouch was great for families to sit on and talk. Very quiet area, beach is great. - Anonymous Posted on 6/27/2024 ### Fabulous! (5/5 stars) Wonderful place to stay for a relaxing family vacation. The house is beautifully decorated and well maintained. - Anonymous Posted on 6/16/2024 ### Great location (4/5 stars) The property was as described, very rustic. I loved the vintage vibe of the house and the location was perfect. I would stay here again. - Anonymous Posted on 4/13/2024 ### I’on the Island (4/5 stars) Very cozy, somewhat cluttered, and dated in a nice way. The stairs are a challenge for two seniors. - Anonymous Posted on 12/30/2023 ### Great house with a ton of charm (5/5 stars) ProsThis house was one of the best I have stayed at in years. It has tons of character with shells, toys, knick knacks to look at in every corner of the home. It feels large and has plenty of space upstairs and down. The yard is huge and the neighborhood is quiet. Kitchen is massive and has everything you need. They put the linens on the bed for you, plenty of towels, and the cleanest beach house I have ever rented. No sand on floors which I have never seen before. Company checks on you throughout week which I am not used to experiencing and was very nice touch.ConIf you are a dad of small kids like me, the hike with 100 lbs of gear on a beach cart isnt hard, but gets a little long day after day.Air conditioner struggles some once it gets HOT, but otherwise cools the place down at night and throughout the morning and early afternoon. No outdoor shower but the hose works fine. Furniture old, but beds are comfortable.Great house! - Anonymous Posted on 8/7/2023 ### Excellent! (5/5 stars) Wonderful time was had by all. House was a little "dated" but so are we. - Anonymous Posted on 12/18/2022 ### we love Sullivan's Island!! (5/5 stars) We love the old home. It is comfortable and in an excellent location. Also it is affordable. The important things are clean, the rest is dirty and uncared for. We called maintenance for many lightbulbs, a clean shower curtain and no heat because no one filled the propane tank The maintenance guy, Tyler? was fantastic: kind, understanding, efficient and knowledgeable. The woman who mowed the yard was unbelievably hard working and did an excellent job. - Anonymous Posted on 11/14/2022 ### Love Sullivan's Island (5/5 stars) We had a great stay. House was not on the ocean, but very comfortable, great porch. - Anonymous Posted on 11/5/2022 ### Quaint and cozy, Sullivan’s retreat (5/5 stars) We adored the character of this home, thoughtful details throughout and very well appointed kitchen. Walking distance to the beach and the hub of Sullivan’s Island. It is not modern, but we adored the charm and location. The set up is unique, but was perfect for our teens who took the bottom floor and adults enjoyed the upstairs. We’d all convene on the porches or dinner table. We absolutely stay again. - Anonymous Posted on 3/25/2022 ### Sullivan's Island Christmas (5/5 stars) This beach house is a wonderful deal in terms of location and size for the price. Everything works, and it is clean. It is an older house, so some things are "well loved" but we had a great time. - Anonymous Posted on 12/30/2021 ### December Getaway (4/5 stars) Clean, plenty of room. Great breeze off of porch. - Anonymous Posted on 12/21/2021 ### Great SI visit! (5/5 stars) Great stay! House has so much room - all 7 of us slept comfortably. Easy walk to the beach and to the restaurants - Anonymous Posted on 7/26/2021 ### Beautiful original Sullivan's island home (5/5 stars) This 1900 home was very comfortable for the 9 of us. Comfortable beds, plenty of room to spread out, nice large dining table, huge kitchen, wonderful large screened in porch, plenty of parking. With only 2 bathrooms an outdoor shower would've been nice. Would definitely stay here again. - Anonymous Posted on 6/21/2021 ### Just what we needed... (4/5 stars) As other reviews stated, there are a LOT of shells & nicknacks in the house as well as drawers, shelves, and cupboards full of random stuff, which means there is less room for stuff you bring. It all does contribute to a feeling of genuine island charm, and the funkiness of the house layout added to the experience. The space was clean and so fantastically close to the beach. The beach access was ideal-- a mini jaunt through wetlands on a beautiful boardwalk. Also, so close to restaurants. We found the air conditioning worked great and loved the screened in porch. If you are sensitive to mildew or worry about relaxing on heavily used furniture, this might not be the place for you, but the casual vibe was just what our group needed. - Anonymous Posted on 6/17/2021 ### Review (5/5 stars) Wonderful location - Anonymous Posted on 4/13/2021 ### Sullivan island stay (5/5 stars) Very comfortable older house. Public space and kitchen are great.Great location. - Anonymous Posted on 3/23/2021 ### Lovely week at the beach (4/5 stars) Historical, comfortable, old home very near the beach. The home needs loving care, but is clean, full of kitchen utensils, books, comfortable furniture, lots of space and bright colors. - Anonymous Posted on 11/1/2020 ### Nice Rustic Beach house (4/5 stars) Our stay at this rental beach house was excellent. The rustic look inside the home truly outweighs the outside look. Very nice, but a little cluttered in side the home. The locks on the front and back doors were very sticky and had a hard time trying to lock and unlock the doors. On the last day the dishwasher leaked all over the kitchen floor during its operation. Had to call maintenance up to fix the issue. Other then those two trivial issues, the location of this home was perfect in conjunction with the beach and the amenities of the town. Beach was in walking distance and all necessities the town offers were a short distance away. - Anonymous Posted on 7/23/2020 ### Charming (4/5 stars) Overall, the house had lots of character. We loved the charming feel. However, the AC struggled all week to keep up with cooling the house. We decided on Sullivan's Island because of the beautiful beach area. However, the town had a "no chairs or tents" in place for the beaches. That put a damper on our plans. But we were able to pack up and go to the IOP area which did allow them. - Anonymous Posted on 7/21/2020 ### Sullivan"s Island (5/5 stars) We used the upper floor of this small, cute cottage. It was very clean and decorated nicely. Some of the porch pillows were grungy and should be replaced, however, the screened porch was a glorious place to hang out.The nearest beach entrance was underwater most of our stay, however, we had a nice stroll to the boardwalk at #26 to enter the beach area. We very much enjoyed the curbside pick-up at Obstinate Daughter, but avoided Poe's Tavern due to the crowd of unmasked patrons. . - Anonymous Posted on 6/23/2020 ### Old fashioned beach house ♥️♥️♥️ (5/5 stars) This beach house is indeed cozy and rustic. Very comfortable seating inside and on the expansive porch. The kitchen is big and well equipped. The house is very clean. The bottom apartment is like a second beach house and it also is very comfortable and offers additional privacy. Because of the age of the house, outlets as well as lighting leaves a little to be desired. Also some mattresses could be replaced. Sheets, blankets and pillows very good. Good also were the towels supplied. As the house is a few blocks from the beach and the restaurants we rented a golf cart and would highly recommend doing the same. We also enjoyed touring Sullivan’s this way. Definitely plan on booking this house again. PS. The rental staff was A plus. - Anonymous Posted on 5/8/2019 ### Great place for family to gather! (5/5 stars) We rented this house for our extended family to stay during a wedding at Alhambra. It was the perfect size for us! My only complaint was that it was a bit musty smelling. Location was perfect! Amenities we're just right. Would love to go back when we had more time to enjoy. Would be great for a relaxing vacation. It was wonderful to spend time with family who had traveled from Montana, Michigan, West Virginia and South Carolina! - Anonymous Posted on 11/5/2018 ### Great Week at Sullivan's! (5/5 stars) My family of 10 enjoyed this rental for a week the first of October. For an older home, we were pleasantly surprised at how nice everything was. The kitchen is huge and the dining room table was big enough to seat us all. The family room is on the smaller side, but we weren't usually all home at the same time anyway. The screen porch is the best! The house is a quick walk to the beach. We love riding bikes all over the island, eating at Poes and exploring Fort Moultrie. We all love Sullivan's Island and were happy to find this house that was so reasonably priced. - Anonymous Posted on 10/22/2018 ### Cozy, Rustic beach days (3/5 stars) We returned to a house we stayed in quite a few times. Enough that everyone has their own room and knows the ropes of the house. We stayed here first because the price was low and it was big enough to host our big crew of a family. It’s an old house in need of lots of repairs and a good ole southern cleaning but the character keeps us coming back. The front porch is my favorite part of the home and I could sit here for days working puzzles and reading books. Unfortunately there was ALOT of rain and almost every yard on Sullivan’s island was flooded. Many streets and every walkway to the beach. You had to walk through knee to ankle high mud and muck that smelled like sewage to get to the beach which was really gross. But...because of that the beach was almost secluded which I’m sure is unheard of in Nuly at the beach. I had to use my 4x4 to get in the driveway. Overall it was another wonderful, relaxing beach week..and hopefully they will leave the price down and we will keep coming back. Island Realty is wonderful to work with and always quick to respond to any needs. - Anonymous Posted on 8/6/2018 ### Quiet and Comfy (5/5 stars) Family get together with adult children - Anonymous Posted on 6/13/2018 ### Charming Sullivan's Island Home (5/5 stars) We rented 2656 ion for over a month. It was such a wonderful place for our family of four, plus additional friends and family that occasionally visited. The interior is very charming and well decorated. - Anonymous Posted on 11/21/2017 ### Spring Break Getaway (4/5 stars) Relaxing week of fun and sun . The property is definitely older and there are a few things that needed maintenance repairs while we were there but it's adequate and enjoyable. Maintenance came immediately and fixed the problem and they were really nice. The only cons are the key system and having to lock doors with a key and not a lock. That kinda scares me if there was a fire. The front porch is our families favorite place to hang out while we are there. - Anonymous Posted on 4/24/2017 ### The Christmas Holidays in South Carolina (5/5 stars) Our vacation rental experience could not have been better. We were able to make our reservation, pay for it, pick up our keys, enjoy a wonderful week and drop off the keys on our way out of town. The house accommodated our large family very well and had everything we needed from cozy breakfasts in the kitchen to formal dinners in the dining room. - Anonymous Posted on 1/16/2017 ### Hurricane Matthew Evacuation (5/5 stars) I chose this house as a home base for my wedding in Summerville. I loved this house. I plan on staying here again. Unfortunately hurricane Matthew forced us to leave. I've been through hurricanes before and as soon as I knew we were being evacuated I went to get gas as fast as possible. The huge lines had begin and the fighting. I rushed back to the rental and packed my family up in about 15 minutes so we could leave charleston as fast as possible. I was running in and out of this house. I know I left the refrigerator full of food. Sorry!!! I was able to fill up my tank about 30 minutes outside of the city and drive straight home. I felt bad for leaving the house in disarray but I was so relieved to make it out safely. I received a full refund for our stay including the days we stayed at the property. I managed to move my wedding to Atlanta and it was glorious. Thank you so much island reality for being easy to work with and understanding. - Anonymous Posted on 10/25/2016 ### Old South Charm on Sullivn's Island (5/5 stars) Lovely Old South decor; many lovely family and area pictures; comfortable; large, well furnished, bright kitchen; 1950's vintage with small bathrooms; but charming property - so very nice; probabaly one of the last of its kind on the island as economy may well swallow this property in favor of new high end construction so prominant on Sullivan's Island.Island Realty was very helpful in calling Comcast tofix internet cable malfunction quickly. Not for all, but we so enjoyed this property! - Anonymous Posted on 9/26/2016 ### A retro beach area cabin experience. (4/5 stars) This was a nice older property. The location was convenient. - Anonymous Posted on 9/24/2016 ### Great beach experience...super location. (4/5 stars) Older home with charming features. Can't beat the location - easy access to beach, Sullivan's Island restaurants. Big kitchen and plenty of beds. - Anonymous Posted on 8/8/2016 ### 2656 I'on Ave - 7/9/16 - 7/16/16 (4/5 stars) Great Location, Old house but that is part of the experience. This was our second time staying here and you get what you pay for. For our family it is a great setup. Walk to the beach or the restaurants on Sullivan's. Internet was down but they were responsive in getting it fixed. - Anonymous Posted on 7/18/2016 ### Stay at I'On Ave. 2656 (4/5 stars) Great time in this older, very nicely decorated home. - Anonymous Posted on 6/19/2015 ### Beach Christmas with Family (4/5 stars) My sister and I have rented various SI houses over the past 20 years and invite our siblings,with or without their families, to join us around Christmas. This year we had 4 of 5 sibs and mates come. My family live on SI so a central location is perfect. This house, in particular, is in a perfect location for us and is appointed U fussily...very comfortably. Management lost some points for simply not responding to some maintenance concerns on the first day of our stay and while my family is from MN and thinks 40's are balmy they still like heat for the mornings and did run out of gas Christmas Eve. Maintenance did not respond until12/26. While it was Christmas time, and people should have time with their families, a courtesy phone call would go a long way. And the propane could be on auto-fill with the propane supplier to avoid running out. - Anonymous Posted on 12/29/2014 ### Quaint, but could use some updates (3/5 stars) This home is in a great location, convienient to the beach, local restaurtants, Mt. Pleasant and downtown Charleston. The house is a bit out of date with the decor and could use some updates in the bathrooms and kitchen. The 2 rooms downstairs are only accessable by the outside, so it would be great for 2 families that also wanted to maintain a bit of privacy. Overall it's in decent condition and for the price and location, it is a good deal. - Anonymous Posted on 4/7/2009