Maggie Jo’s paradise on the river ! - Vacation rental home in Georgetown, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Reconnect with nature at this memorable escape. Maggie jo is a 1970 completely restore houseboat. She has got a full size refrigerator , gas range ,microwave and toaster oven. Out on the back deck she has a gas grille. The aft berth has 2 full beds that are extremely comfortable. Galley dinette make into bed and the couch in the saloon pulls out also. While on the decks you will see eagles, dolphins , gator or fishing jumping out of the water. I also have 2 tandem kayaks for your use.
The space
The marina is at private residence that sits on sampit river in Historical Georgetown SC. The marina is a common area . There is a peaceful time from 10:00pm and 7:00am. Please no
load music or load voices during this period.
You can spend your time on one of 3 decks . Rear deck has gas grille and is in the sun. The forward deck has constructed in bench and a table and chairs , it is in the shade. The upper deck will provide best vistas, it has table and chairs .
The galley has nice dinette that 4 people can sit to eat or play some card or board game.
But the best part is the river . You can just sit there and be amazed of the gorgeous sunsets or just watch all the wildlife.
You can fish right off the boat , docks and pier , might pull in one, of a dozen species.
Or you could just jump in the kayaks , go up river and take a calm ride down pennyroyal creek.
Make a week of it and you could spend a day or 2 on the river. A day in Downtown Georgetown, maybe you will take the fox rabbit tours where they ride you around downtown and the neighborhood . Giving the history of all the churches and homes and who lived in them. Or you might take one of the tour boat out into winyah bay to see the light home or ride the rivers.
Head out to the beach for a day . Pawleys island beach 12 miles away . Huntington Beach State Park 15 miles away. Don’t forget Myrtle beach just 25 miles away .
We are also a 1hr country drive to downtown Charleston . If you go I recommend going to see the Uss YorkTown to pay tribute to our service men and women that ensured our freedom in WW2.
Guest access
All areas
Other things to note
We really want families to appreciate Maggie Jo.
It is on the water and is not suited for young kids under 8. All kids are welcome , but the younger they are the more supervision they will need while on decks or docks. There are always plenty of life jackets for your kids. We have twin 8 year old grandiose boys and If they are fishing off boat or on the docks , they will have there life jackets on!
There is NO SMOKING inside the cabin of the boat!
There is an upper roof , it has no guard rail around it and no one is allowed to be on roof!
Kayaks use will require all users to have life jacket on 100% of the time you are on them!
NO load noises during rather time hours 10:00pm to 7:00am!
Once you turn of main road . You will take a 2 mile gravel road to the property.
Please maintain 25 mph coming down gravel road for your safety and the safety of other that may be on road as well

About the Area

Georgetown is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hobcaw Barony and Hampton Plantation State Park, while Outlaw's Original Art Gallery and Museum and Georgetown County Museum are cultural highlights. Brookgreen Gardens and Lowcountry Zoo are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the best Georgetown, SC vacation property experience:

Finding your perfect rental home:

• Booking your Georgetown, SC vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is a good way to save money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Georgetown, SC area visitors guide magazines which often include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Georgetown, SC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Finding the perfect vacation rental in the Georgetown, SC area:

• Begin by selecting vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Maggie Jo’s paradise on the river ! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If not, call the property manager before you book the property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• To make sure no damages are linked to your stay, inspect the property for any problem areas upon your arrival. Make contact with the rental manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to stimulate new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.