Come relax under the huge Mossy Oaks of The Oldest Seaside Resort in the US. Intracoastal boat ramp is walkable fromThe Bella. Our whimsical cottage has an industrial, low-country, coastal feel, has a semiprivate/petitioned bedroom area & quiet, fenced patio for star gazing or morning coffee. Beach time? Cross over Ocean Highway, & take a small causeway to free, dog & family beach access & parking. Come back in time to savor quiet serenity or take a stroll to linger at the spectacular sunsets! *Please use my own directions when coming off of Hagley Dr: not your GPS.* The driveway is large enough to accommodate a boat and trailer with the free public boat launch just 0.3 miles away. Pawleys Island is family-friendly, and has kept its salt marshes for a truly Low -Country feel. If you enjoy fishing, duck hunting, kayaking and simply sunning, you are in the right place! The Bella has a light, airy, spacious feel with mostly private bedroom area with brand new mattress ( Oct of 2023), romantic garland above the bed, and situated under trees in a secluded, fully-fenced, rustic setting, and equipped with a clothesline for suits and towels. We are clean conscious, changing the Comforter and bathroom rugs out between each guest, vigorous cleaning of all surfaces, leaving a cleaning kit in the closet , and bleaching of all bathroom fixtures. We want you to feel comfortable and have a home away from home where you can enjoy the beautiful area. We give our guests ample space, but welcome interaction and welcome up to 2 dogs, up to 35 pounds,( LARGER OK IF NON-SHEDDING) and pre-approved for only $50 total for the entire stay. YOU MUST STATE THE BREED AND WEIGHT IN YOUR RESERVATION REQUEST. You can rent a Golf Cart( guidebook) and drive a short distance to the small , Heron & Egret lined causeway that leads to the beautiful, dog friendly, nature-preserved beaches of Pawleys Island. We also have two 26" bikes for your use. Bring your helmets or baby seats. Or, rent a kayak and have it delivered for free (see Guidebook). Charleston is a little more than an hour away, The Marsh Walk(a mile long stretch of restaurants, many with an inlet view and live music)in Murrells Inlet is only 13 miles, and Myrtle Beach is only 24 miles. Please see The Guidebook section of your "My Trips" for other local favorites. You are welcome to use the washer and dryer in the main house as long as we're home. Staying longer? Drop off your supplied sheets and we'll give you a new set each week. We love to surprise our guests with a treat on their first day here. Just let us know if you have any food allergies. We have had many 5-star reviews so far and look forward to wowing you into another. Come enjoy all Pawleys Island and The Bella have to offer!