Sea Cabin 214 A

My husband and I have stayed at the Sea Cabins on MANY occasions, this stay at this unit was very disappointing. While it may have been “cleaned” tit appeared to be dirty to the eye due to its state of disrepair. The paint was bubbling and peeling nearly everywhere, some of it down to the dry wall. Cheap curtain rods hung empty (bedroom) or were hung with filthy curtains (slider). The couch was visibly filthy and we had to use the extra bedsheets over it so we could sit down and feel comfortable. Electric faceplate was missing in the bedroom. Overall there was also a very unpleasant smell that was considerably worse at the end of any cooling cycle. 2 positives: bed was comfortable and the air conditioning kept the unit cool for the duration of our stay.

Amanda K from Asheville - Posted: 8/27/2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It is through guest feedback that we are best able to prepare for future stays. Please know that it is our goal to maintain the highest level of cleanliness in our units. Although many of our units do start to show wear and tear near the end of the summer season (especially oceanfront condos like the Sea Cabins which can be greatly affected by ocean spray and excess humidity for months at a time), if the unit is dirty, we encourage you to alert our office staff so that we may send out a housekeeper to re-clean the property. We definitely do not want any of our guests to have to stay in a dirty unit! Please also know that, while the furniture does get routinely deep-cleaned throughout the year, we are able to send it out for additional cleaning at any time and/or provide covers/linens to help make your stay as comfortable as possible.

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Posted: 9/13/2023

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We had a lovely time and this was not our first sea cabin stay. However, Unit 214 was not exactly like the photos and could use an update – paint was chipping and stained in various places on the walls, floor was warped in a couple areas, floor was sandy upon arrival, and there were bugs that would crawl out of the drains so we had to cover them. I suggest a new paint job, a drain cover for the tub, and a rug in front hallway and in living room. Not a bad unit, just needs some love.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/17/2023

Thank you for taking the time to send Island Realty and the owner of SC214 this review. The owner will get this information directly and plans on doing some improvements soon. Thank you for sharing this information so that we can address these issues as soon as possible.

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Have been coming to sea cabins for 20 plus years. It is a second home.

Anonymous from Erie - Posted: 3/17/2023

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The condo was in a great location we walked to shops and restaurants.

Anonymous - Posted: 10/1/2022

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We enjoyed the unit, it was clean and well equipped. I have stayed at several units previously and this was good. Suggest adding a few hooks or coat rack in the hallway and bathroom.

Anonymous from Spartanburg - Posted: 7/8/2022

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Short walk to the beach and pier. Several restaurants within walking distance for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Second floor unit so a little better than being on the ground floor and not quite as nice as being on the top level (3rd). Cabinets in unit were very rough and dated but didn't expect high end. A/C worked just fine and overall comfortable unit.

Anonymous from Simpsonville - Posted: 9/26/2021

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Excellent

Anonymous from Spartanburg - Posted: 7/2/2021

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Basic unit with a beachy vibe and a great view... Perfect for sound sleepers seeking a simple beach housing or a base camp for exploring the Charleston area...

Anonymous from Lake Wylie - Posted: 3/25/2021

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Extremely small room for exorbitant price! Tiny rooms big money! On the positive side the pier is great as the beach is!

Anonymous from Anderson - Posted: 10/17/2020

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Color great, Needs kitchen updates such as appliances,,Would recommend if updated

Anonymous from Lexington - Posted: 6/20/2020

Thank you for taking the time to send us a review! The owners of the property will be so pleased that you like the paint color! Island Realty is also delighted that you had an almost 5 star experience! Thank you for your suggestions to update the kitchen. Guest feedback is very important to Island Realty it is how we improve our service!

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Very good. No problems.

Anonymous from Weaverville - Posted: 6/13/2020

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We love Isle of Palms. Our favorite place. We love Sea Cabins, but this unit was ok. We loved the view and couch was comfortable but it really needs some cleaning up. Drapes we badly stained and it just didn't feel clean. Dishwasher door broken and everything we very old. We didn't let it bother us, but I would not say there again.

Anonymous from Franklin - Posted: 10/18/2019

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Everything was perfect including the weather!

Anonymous from Kettering - Posted: 8/20/2019

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We enjoyed our stay at Sea Cabins. Island Realty was very helpful answering questions prior to our stay. Check in was smoothe and easy. We enjoyed being beach front, near pool, easy parking, kitchen with full size fridge, AC, balcony, comfy beds. The unit was clean, with a few minor cosmetic issues (missing curtain tie back, curtains badly worn, missing curtains in bedroom) We wish there was an elevator so we could bring my handicap mom.

Anonymous from Asheville - Posted: 7/27/2019

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We really enjoyed our stay at Sea Cabins. The only issues we really had was there was sand all over the floor when we arrived and a funky smell.

Anonymous from Easley - Posted: 6/27/2019

Island Realty is so pleased that you had such an enjoyable stay. Thank you for taking the time to let us know! Island Realty would like you to know that we have a full staff available for you to call on during your stay for many of the things that you mentioned. Please feel free to reach out to our staff at any time while you are staying with Island Realty so we can help you address any complaints you may have. We hope to see you again soon at the Sea Cabins.

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The room was very nice and clean with great views of the ocean. My big complaint was trying to sleep on the sofa bed. The springs were totally shot and needed to be replaced 10 years ago or more. It was so uncomfortable that the floor was more comfortable to sleep on. If they replace the sofa bed springs or sofa couch I would gladly stay there again but until then I will not rent this room and will tell my friends not to rent it unless they don't have to use the sofa bed. Please let me know when the sofa bed or springs get updated.

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Anonymous from Asheville - Posted: 5/22/2019

Thank you for taking the time to send us a review of your stay. It is unfortunate that you did not have a restful sleep on the sleeper sofa. Unfortunately sleeper sofas are not known for being as comfortable as your bed at home. Island Realty would like you to know that the sleeper sofa is only 1 year old. Thank you for letting us know your experience we hope that next time you will have a more enjoyable rest.

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Everyone and everything was perfect from booking it a year ago to arrival it was all great.... very easy to find, had everything we needed to make life relaxing ��

Anonymous from Linwood - Posted: 4/2/2019

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The small condo was perfect for my stay. I loved the beach view and the beach. It was the perfect distance to Charleston. My only complaint would be the railing on the deck needed to be cleaned off to thoroughly enjoy it.

The inside was clean and had everything you could need.

Anonymous from Wauwatosa - Posted: 3/26/2019

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Everything was very easy to find and the suggestion of the using the app for FAQs, restaurants near by, etc. was helpful. We were initially a little shocked by the smell when entering Sea Cabin 214A. Smells quite musty, but were informed by some people who have rented here that it's normal due to location (?). We also had some trouble with the door to curtains to the balcony. We pushed the curtains to the side when we first got there and the hardware to hold the curtains on the side, fell out of the wall. Then, the curtain rod continued to pop out and fall as well. Not a vacation ruiner though. We stayed here just for a long weekend and it suited well. Walked to Harris Teeter for a few things, used the beach chair rental co. and made sure to eat some Ben and Jerrys! Not sure we would stay here again, but it was good for a long weekend.

Anonymous from Danville - Posted: 9/16/2018

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Super staff. Quick check in. Nice location. Beach is beautiful. Easy access. Nice condo. We had a blast.

Anonymous from Knoxville - Posted: 7/23/2018

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I have stayed here and at Oceanside Villas a number of times and have loved it each time. I have never had a bad experience. We missed the last few years, but plan on returning each year again.

Anonymous from SPARTANBURG - Posted: 7/2/2018

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Great place and location as always. However, Sunday a leak from the overhead plumbing was a problem. It took 2 visit from maintenance to stop the leak.

Anonymous from Burleson - Posted: 6/13/2018

Thank you for taking the time to tell Island Realty what a great time you had at the Sea Cabins. It is regrettable that you had a leak during your stay. It is true that it did take 2 different maintenance trips to ensure your condo was not having this issue. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this unforeseen event. Island Realty is glad the maintenance vendor was able to fix your issue in the same day.

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Comfortable enough for two people. Nothing fancy. Good location. Probably would not stay here again.

Anonymous from oneida - Posted: 3/26/2018

Thank you for taking the time to let us know your experience. Island Realty is delighted that you had a good stay and received what you expected. The Sea Cabins are an excellent location, beachfront and steps away from the shops and restaurants on the Isle of Palms, bringing you the convenience that a beach vacation requires. We are disappointed that you will not be returning. Please let us know how we could better serve you in the future. Update!! This condo has been renovated! New Couch new mattresses Fresh paint! Island Realty welcomes you back to see the new and improved Sea Cabin 214.

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Our experience was disappointing over the last stay. The unit had peeling paint, sagging couch, receptacles that didn't work or hold a plug, limited dishware. The picture here is deceiving.

Anonymous from Kennedy - Posted: 3/6/2018

Update!! This condo has been renovated! New Couch new mattresses Fresh paint! Island Realty welcomes you back to see the new and improved Sea Cabin 214.

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I've stayed at sea cabins before but this one is in need of updates. The sofa couch needs to be replaced along with the paint chipped wicker furniture. The entire place needs to be repainted. The carpet is molding on the patio and falling apart. I would recommend to everyone not to rent his unit.

Anonymous from Asheville - Posted: 11/14/2017

Thank you for taking the time to let us know your experience. We would like to thank you for your suggestions. Guest feedback is very important to us; it is how we improve our service. We would like you to know this owner will be doing some improvements soon and we hope the next time you visit Island Realty on the Isle of Palms you will come check out the changes. Update!! This condo has been renovated! New Couch new mattresses Fresh paint as of May 2018!!! Island Realty welcomes you back to see the new and improved Sea Cabin 214.

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The location was great as well as the view, great amenities. The condo itself needed some updating throughout. When we arrived and opened the door it was very musky and the smell never went away. I wouldn't stay in this unit again but I'd stay in another cleaner and more updated unit.

Anonymous from Hendersonville - Posted: 10/5/2017

Island Realty would like to thank you for your feedback. We would also like to share with you that we did have a hurricane right before your stay and the condos were closed up for several days. This may have been partially to blame for the musty odor. Please always remember to reach out to our staff. We have special equipment that can drastically reduce these types of situation. Thank you for your suggestions to update this condo, these reviews are brought directly to the owner and can be very helpful.

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The property needs updating, especially the bathroom and kitchen.

Anonymous from Raleigh - Posted: 9/26/2017

Thank you for your feedback. Island Realty would like to share with you this condo is a rated a Good condo. Next time check out one of our Deluxe rated condos for a more updated condo.

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The location of the property is perfect. But the cabin we rented (214 A) needs some work. The apartment smells like mold, when you enter it. The cabinet under the bathroom sink is full of mold. The sofa in the living room needs urgently an exchange. It is listed as a sleeping sofa, but you can barely sit on it. Also the bed room lines were not fresh upon our arrival. They were sandy and were exchanged a day later ... Overall the location is very good, but this specific cabin misses the lack of attention, a solid clean up, some urgently needed upgrades and some exchange of furniture: main bed and sofa. Overall this cabin isn't worth while the money.

Anonymous from SIP Suzhou - Posted: 9/6/2017

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There was peeling chipped and stained paint on the walls and doors. The furnature quality was tanamount to a garage sale item. Good view close parking.

Anonymous from Dyke - Posted: 8/10/2017

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This was a PERFECT condo to watch fireworks, which was exactly what we rented it for. We sat on the balcony and enjoyed an amazing fireworks show. The condo was clean, but very dated. The sleeper sofa was incredibly uncomfortable and if you did manage to fall asleep the obnoxiously loud refrigerator and air conditioning competed to wake you up! Some common sense things, like a rug in front of the entryway door to catch sand and wet shoes would have been nice too. One of the banisters on the balcony was not attached at the easy fix, but something to be very aware if you have small children as I do.

Anonymous from Summerville - Posted: 7/9/2017

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The experience was good. Based on previous reviews & our late date finding a rental, we were prepared for the unit we rented. The unit was clean, adequately furnished in a great location. I will research other units for our next trip.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/6/2017

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Just fine, good location on a great beach, very satisfactory.

Anonymous from GREENVILLE - Posted: 6/6/2017

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We had a great time at Sea Cabin resort - up until Hurricane Matthew threw us out. I will say that the couch has a major sag in it and makes it harder to sleep on. Also the owner might look into replacing the mattress in the bedroom soon. There is also a sag in it but only on one side. But basically, we had a wonderful time up to the evacuation.

Anonymous from Arlington - Posted: 10/26/2016

Thank you for taking the time to send us a review Island Realty . We are so pleased that you had such a lovely time despite hurricane Matthew. We would like to thank you for your suggestions. Guest feedback is very important to us; it is how we improve our service. We look forward to the next time you visit Island Realty on the Isle of Palms hopefully without an emergency evacuation!

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Sofa sleeper, pillows and bed need to be replaced - very old and worn out. Bathroom needs a total update. The room has good views but it needs to be updated for people to want to stay in it.

Anonymous from Asheville - Posted: 10/25/2016

Island Realty would like to thank you for your suggestions. Guest feedback is very important to us; it is how we improve our service. Each unit is individually owned and we will take this information to the owners. We welcome you back next year to see all the changes this owner makes to the items you mentioned. Thank you again for taking your time to send a review.

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We had a wonderful time in Isle of Palms and staying right on the beach made it a wonderful experience. The room was comfortable and was fully supplied with refrigerator, stove and dishwasher. Only thing I would change would be the mattress on the bed as it was in bad shape. We tried the sofa bed and it was about the same... needs to be updated with better mattress.

Anonymous from Dayton - Posted: 8/15/2016

Thank you for taking the time to send us a review. Isalnd Realty is glad you had such a wonderful experience. We are glad this unit had everything you needed. Thank you for the suggestion for new mattresses. Your feedback is very imprtant to us. I see that you rated us with very nice high marks, but you would not reccomend us to others. WE would like to invite you back next year for a more enjoyable stay!

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Lovely

Anonymous from Halifax - Posted: 6/24/2016

We hope to see you back again soon for a lovely time with Island Realty!

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It was very relaxing. We got what we expected.

Anonymous from Summerville - Posted: 5/24/2016

Island Realty thanks you for taking the time to send us a review. We hope the next time you need some R&R you will join us here at the Sea Cabins!

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The Sea Cabins are older, and are not the most "posh" room to stay in, but they are quite serviceable, we didn't stay in the room much anyway, and we didn't go to CHS for the room! I reserved it last minute and it was cheaper than a hotel, but with much better views. Would recommend for a quick weekend getaway. Island Realty worked with us on late check in which went smooth. All was good!

Anonymous from Clemson - Posted: 5/17/2016

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overall very positive - beautiful view, great location, close to restaurants

The toaster didn't work and lightbulb in floor lamp is burned out

Anonymous - Posted: 4/18/2016

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This unit has everything for a relaxing vacation. It is not deluxe, but the inside is clean. The deck carpet is worn and some of the chairs on the deck are stained, but the 2 main chairs are just fine. If you like to cook a lot, then the stove is a little small.

Anonymous from Holland - Posted: 4/11/2016

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We enjoyed our stay at the Sea Cabins and felt like we got what we paid for.

Anonymous from West Point - Posted: 4/3/2016

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to send us a review. We hope to see you again Next year!

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All good..

Anonymous from Mount Pleasant - Posted: 12/17/2015

Thank you we are glad you enjoyed your stay!

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We had a lovely time on Isle of Palms and Sea Cabin 214A was a nice getaway.

The only suggestion, I would make is that most folks sleep late on vacation. The grounds guys are up early, which is fine. But two mornings, early, they were talking, hollering across the street to one another as they worked. It is just a little thing and I know they kept the place looking good.

Has anyone ever mentioned that the Wi Fi is very poor? It was hit or miss. The master bedroom's mattress is in need of replacement, or possible needs to be flipped.

This was our first time at the Isle of Palms. We will be back. The condos are great, and it is easy to go back and forth to Charleston. The shops and eateries located just a walk away from Sea Cabins were cool and we had the best pizza, twice ! Your private pier is awesome, along with the pool access and washer and dryers. I was grateful the condo we rented has a vacuum. I am a neat nut and found it handy for sand that we tracked in each day. I never had to call housekeeping.

Parking was good and we never had to park far from our place. I appreciated that there are two showers spots, one just off the ramp to the beach and another at the steps leading up to the condos.

Looking forward to a return trip.

Anonymous - Posted: 8/11/2015

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We love the Isle of Palms and the Sea Cabins. Out stay was from Monday to Monday - and on Saturday afternoon the traffic was very congested. We thought that some of the local police could have done a better job of directing traffic that afternoon. We were on our way to Shem Creek for dinner and had to turn around and try to come back because the traffic on the IOP connector and thru Sullivans Island was at a complete stand still.

Anonymous from Spartanburg - Posted: 6/17/2015

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very curtious -, very friendly, I recommend it

Anonymous from Easley - Posted: 6/2/2015

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I have rented the Sea Cabins for spring break approximately 5 times. This was the first time I was disappointed. As a "lower end" rental, I dont expect luxurious accommodations, but this time my rental until was very poor. Dirty, no screen door on the balcony, loud noises from air conditioning,terrible shower,.....

Anonymous from Lake Orion - Posted: 4/27/2015

I am beyond apologetic for your experience in Sea Cabin 214 and it saddens me that you have shown us such loyalty and your stay wasn't as enjoyable as we had hoped. Please know that we will address the items mentioned and see if we can make a few improvements to ensure your comfort should you choose to return to this condo. Once again thank you for your feedback.

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Great property! My only suggestion is maybe replace sleeper sofa mattress with one more comfortable. Overall we enjoyed our stay!

Anonymous - Posted: 4/7/2015

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Anonymous from Weaverville - Posted: 5/21/2009

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My wife and I spent our honeymoon at Sea Cabins on the recommendation of my Mother and Step-father. We were more than pleased with the location, view (except the large palm tree blocking the view from the balcony) and availability to local restaurants, attractions, and on property laundry facility. Thanks for a great time.

Anonymous from Greer - Posted: 5/20/2009

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Anonymous from Greenville - Posted: 5/4/2009

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Anonymous from Fairport - Posted: 5/1/2009

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This is not the first time we have stayed at the sea cabins, but the first for this particular property. It needs some updating; ie. the furniture, flooring, bathroom, and blankets. We do not mind this however, because we are there for the "outside view" not the "inside view". We had only one situation where the power went out on Friday night April 10th, and on Sat April 11th when the power was back on, we did not have any power to our bathroom. We reported this problem right away, but bu the time we checked out, the problem still had not been fixed. My family and I had a very memorable time. Thank You!

Anonymous from Lake Orion - Posted: 4/14/2009

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Anonymous from ATlanta - Posted: 4/7/2009