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 savor 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 Kaminski House Museum and Gullah 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

How to find the best Georgetown, SC vacation home experience:

When to visit Georgetown & When to reserve a Georgetown, SC rental home:

• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Book your Georgetown, SC vacation home in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Some property managers offer special rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Georgetown, SC visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guides contain coupons for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Choosing the best vacation rental in the Georgetown, SC area:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. Maggie Jo’s paradise on the river ! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the host before you reserve your home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges applied to your agreement.
• If there's a particular Georgetown, SC attraction you crave, search for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

More considerations:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas during check in. Contact the property manager immediately to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.