520 West Ashley Avenue, Folly Beach, SC 29439

$1,500,000

Original folly cottage nestled under grand oak trees on a large corner lot with ocean views!! This beautiful home is located on fifth block west, which is just far enough from the hustle and bustle of center street but close enough for a quick golf cart or bike ride down… Read More for dinner. This gorgeous, meticulously maintained home has all of the charm and details original to the home along with added modern upgrades. A truly unique property that affords the opportunity to sit on your front deck or out in a tree swing and enjoy the canopy of oak trees while hearing the waves crash out front. Built in 1960, the home boasts beautiful hardwood original to the home. With gorgeous wood accents, including shiplap ceilings, bead board, exposed beams, gorgeous staircase and detailedmoldings throughout, the charm of this cottage is unmatched. The current owner has gone to great lengths to keep the original character of the home while adding modern amenities and upgrades needed for the home to function at the highest standards. Full list of upgrades available in documents section. The interior of the home includes three beautiful bedrooms with ample closet space as well as three fully updated bathrooms. The kitchen is in keeping with the rest of the home with gorgeous pine cabinets, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and original hardwood floors. Upgrades have brought the kitchen up modern-day standards with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a beautiful wooden island for extra counter space. A breakfast bar located right of the kitchen overlooks a cozy sunroom with an abundance of natural light. An area off the kitchen is currently the dining area with room for an 8 person table, but could also be used for extra living space. Built in bookshelves/china hutch adorn the dining/living area adding to the uniqueness of the space. Upstairs, An additional den area is located at the top of the stairs with an entertainment area, perfect for a kids play area or just additional living space. The exterior of the home truly adds and abundance of living space to this home. A large deck overlooks the front yard that is canopied with grand oaks adorned with tree swings and hammocks galore. A beautiful fire pit is located at the base of the large deck positioned under the grand oaks. Nestled under the home a full additional living space exists, containing an additional refrigerator, bar and cooking space, living area and television. Custom outdoor spa included with sale along with cover as well. A fantastic addition for family gatherings of paradise. Homes of this caliber and charm do not come along often, much less on a lot as perfectly situated and adorned as this. This original folly cottage will be a cherished family retreat for lifetimes to come. Read Less

Courtesy of Tift Properties

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Last Updated

Dec 11, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,904

Lot Size

0.25 Acres

Year Built

1960

MLS Number

25031876

30 Days Snapshot Of 29439

$2.08M

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+16%

homes sold

115

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Building

Built in 1960, 2 stories, Levels: "Two", Architectural style: "Cottage", Construction materials: "Vinyl Siding", Other structures: "No"

Cooling

"Central Air"

Floors

"Wood"

Heating

"Heat Pump"

Interior Features

"Bonus", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Living/Dining Combo", "Media", "Office", "Pantry", "Sun"

Lot

0.25 acres, 10,890 square feet, Area: 0.25, "High"

Primary Bedroom

Master bedroom level: Lower

Parking

"Off Street"

Property

Patio and porch features: "Deck", "Patio", "Front Porch", "Beach Access"

Roof

"Asphalt"

Security Features

"Security System"

Sewer

"Public Sewer", "Septic Tank"

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