Cabin accommodations near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina offer a blend of coastal and inland settings within 15-30 minutes of area beaches. Situated along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, most cabin sites sit at elevations under 30 feet, with summer temperatures regularly reaching 85-95°F with high humidity. Winter cabin stays typically require heat as overnight temperatures can drop into the 40s from November through February.
What to do
Beach access with amenities: At Huntington Beach State Park Campground, cabins provide easy access to a 3-mile stretch of undeveloped beach with lifeguard service during summer months. "The beautiful beach is just at your doorstep and nature on the other site. We loved the combo," notes a visitor who appreciated the dual natural experiences.
Wildlife photography opportunities: Cabin guests at Huntington Beach can photograph resident alligators, herons, and egrets in the park's marshlands. "Do not miss saying hi to the wildlife on your way in. The egrets, herons, and gators are a beautiful sight heading to the camp sites and beaches," one camper advises.
Water recreation beyond beaches: At Myrtle Beach Travel Park, cabin guests can use multiple water features including a lazy river, splash pad, and pools, offering alternatives to ocean swimming. "There was plenty to do! Arcade, mini golf, lazy river, pool, splash pad, the beach with walking distance!" notes a recent visitor.
What campers like
Privacy levels vary significantly: Ocean Lakes Family Campground offers cabins with more separation than others in the area. "The campground is next to the beach. Sites are reasonably spaced and the campground is next to the beach," reports a reviewer who appreciated the layout.
Transportation options: Many cabin guests rent golf carts to navigate larger campgrounds like Pirateland Family Camping Resort. "Rent a golf cart and ride around. Make sure to decorate it because there is a cart parade every night from 9-11," suggests a visitor who enjoyed the nightly social activity.
Camp store convenience: Myrtle Beach Travel Park maintains a comprehensive store stocking cabin essentials that many guests forget. "There is a food store that has every necessity you need from food to rv stuff," notes one camper who appreciated not having to leave the property for supplies.
Delivery options: Some campgrounds offer food delivery directly to cabin sites. "There is a small food area near the pool that offered great pizza, ice cream, chicken finger, etc. they will deliver to your campsite as long as it's not raining," explains a visitor at Myrtle Beach Travel Park.
What you should know
Cabin types vary widely: Sun Outdoors Myrtle Beach (formerly Carolina Pines RV Resort) offers upscale cabin alternatives to standard camping cabins. "My grandparents stayed in one of the cabins and these things are off the hook!" describes one visitor, while another notes, "Two of my children and their families are renting the tiny houses that are available for rent."
Booking timing matters: Most cabin properties require advance reservations, particularly for summer months. During peak season, many cabins book 6-9 months ahead.
Seasonal schedule changes: Off-season cabin stays have different amenities available. "Since it was off season the camp store and shuttle service was not open," reports an Apache Family Campground visitor who stayed in October.
Noise considerations: Larger campgrounds often have designated quiet hours that cabin guests should note. "Noise times are 7am-11pm. The good thing about this is at 11pm everything is quiet. No one is on the roads. All golf carts go away and people settle down for the night."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Pirateland Family Camping Resort schedules family-specific events throughout the week. "Close to all the fun places but gated and safe to let the kids loose. Water park in center of campground," explains a parent who appreciated the security and convenience.
Pool scheduling: During peak season, some facilities require advance pool time reservations. "We were required to reserve pool time and arcade time," notes a Rose K. who visited with eight children during the pandemic.
Site selection strategy: Consider cabin location relative to activity centers. At Ocean Lakes Family Campground, many families recommend requesting locations away from main roads. "This helped break the ice between all the kids and my kids met a lot of friends," one parent observed about the social opportunities.
Tips from RVers
Beach transportation options: Barefoot RV Resort offers golf cart rentals delivered directly to cabin sites for beach access. "Rent a golf cart from Salty's—they deliver it right to your campsite. This was a must have as we used it to get to the beach, shopping/bars in Barefoot Landing, food store and more," advises a recent visitor.
Shopping proximity: Several cabin locations offer walkable access to shopping. Barefoot RV Resort cabin guests note, "You could walk to grocery store, liquor store, restaurants, the beach, and barefoot landing," making supply runs more convenient for those without vehicles.
