St. Simons Island's historic charm is at your doorstep in this beautifully restored 1930s beach cottage, a block from the beach and close to the pier and village. Unwind on the glass-enclosed porch, relax by the private pool in its garden oasis or enjoy local seafood at nearby restaurants.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool
One block to beach and close proximity to the pier and village! This 1930's beach cottage has been received a complete makeover (including an addition) and has been professionally by the best architect who typically designs multi-million dollar homes on Sea Island.
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THE SPACE This home has a lot of character! Original wood work, hardwood floors and close proximity to the beach.
Other amenities: Outside shower, outdoor bar and and grill area complete the main house.
The pool is also new and in a garden oasis - 12 x 18, 5 1/2 FT deep end 3 1/2 FT shallow end. You can optionally have the pool heated with a daily fee, useful for early spring or late fall. The pool is for your private use.
There is a one bedroom guest cottage that may be rented with the property. Otherwise, it is rented separately by other guest. Use of the pool is not shared with the guest cottage.
This convenient cottage is close to everything near the beach and pier/village where you will enjoy local shops and restaurants which feature some of the finest Georgia seafood! Note the guest cottage does not have access to the pool, its for your private use, unless the guest cottage is rented with the main house.
The interior offers a very comfy and open large living room / dining room, open to the kitchen with a ton of windows which bath the house in natural light. Enjoy your mornings and evenings relaxing on the glass enclosed, air conditioned porch.
First floor: BR1 King, en suite with a beautifully tiled large walk-in shower stall, main floor. This room also has a large sitting room with a sofa. This room is part of the 2022 addition.
Upstairs: BR2 King, en suite with a beautifully tiled large walk-in shower stall. This room is part of the 2022 addition.
BR3 Queen bed, en suite with large walk-in shower upstairs.
BR4 King, en suite with a large walk-in shower upstairs.
Prepare your meals in the fully equipped chef's kitchen with all the necessary pots, pans, bake ware and utensils essential for any meal. Clean up is made easy with the full sized dishwasher. Enjoy your meals in the sunroom overlooking the front garden while enjoying the day-to-day happenings on St. Simons Island. A stroll down the beach completes the perfect day.
Parking for 2-3 vehicles.
Located on the south end of the Island, St. Simons Pier Village district serves as the downtown social hub and is a popular destination for shopping, dining and gathering on the pier and nearby lighthouse, playground and picnic areas. Overlooking the ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune Park with its ocean side pool and facilities, playground, miniature golf course, and an oak shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and theater.
MORE INFO Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surcharges attached to your reservation.
Pets: This is not a pet friendly home.
Heated Pool: This property offers a heated pool option. The cost is $75/night+tax and can be added up to 48 hours before arrival. Let us know if you'd like to heat the pool!
No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general.
Minimum Age: Must be 25 + to book, or age 30 + on GAFL weekend (last weekend in October) For GAFL weekend (last weekend in October), guests must be age 30 + or kids with their parents, no student groups. We cannot make exceptions for that weekend.
No Events: No events or parties. No overnight guests beyond the original booking group.
Tax Certificate: #126822
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in St. Simons Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Sea Island Golf Club and Sea Palms Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Shops at Sea Island and Glynn Place Mall. Summer Waves Water Park and Neptune Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. Visit our St. Simons Island travel guide
Does Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of East Beach, Neptune Park and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum. Saint Simons Island Pier and Demere Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Charming Beach Cottage - Beach across the street, walk to Village! Heated Pool Reviews
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Beautiful, well-maintained property, close to the beach and village. There is a charming front yard with seating area, and the backyard is fabulous. Compact, but plenty of room for family or friends to enjoy coming together or sneaking away to their own, private space to relax.
Our stay at this property was excellent. The house was perfect for our family and the location was excellent, would highly recommend this property and we will be going back for sure.
Easy walk to pier and restaurants etc. Very quick walk to beach. BE WARNED: you may hafta share the driveway with others if they rent out the lil cottage by the pool.
Location, location, location! Short walk to the beach and village. Pool was the perfect size for our group. Not much parking unless you also rent the back cottage but other than that, it's perfect!
The house was so lovely!!! The location was perfect, right across the street from the beach and walking distance to restaurants! My 3 boys swam in the pool nonstop and we all made great memories!!
Gull Cottage worked out perfect for the long weekend. Great gathering place for close friends for a personal reasons. I highly recommend. We had an issue with the fire alarm and Lighthouse realty sent someone asap
We found the home beautiful. It worked perfectly for our weekend get away. The road is a little busy and at times noisy. Our girls loved the pool and that it was walking distance to the Village.
Loved this property . Super charming home truly just steps from the beach and less than half a mile from Pier Village's shops and restaurants.
The pool is an added bonus and grill available to make yummy meals.
House totally equipped with everything necessary, including TV streaming like Netflix options.
Management company also super responsive and friendly.
The house is so pretty and is just paces away from the beach. The pool is small and really cute- perfect for lounging (we brought our own floats). Immaculately clean! The house is a little smaller than it appears in the pictures but it is still roomy and full of charm! We would definitely rent it again!
This is the one of the nicest homes we have ever rented. The decor was gorgeous and the location was fantastic. The cottage was across the street from the beach access. Literally, a 2 min walk. We walked to dinner every night. The outdoor was wonderful after a day at the beach. The interior was spotless and the yard is beautifully landscaped. We have already booked for next year.
This house is fabulous. Pool is great. Location is awesome- just cross the street to beach which isn't crowded. Walk to village. House is beautiful and comfortable- best spot is the sun porch at front as you can see the water from the sofa. You do share the driveway with the guesthouse in the back but that was fine. If you had 2 families, you could get the main house and guest house too which would be fun.
Rent this house! The best location. Literally one block from the beach (easily walkable). About 1/2 mile from the downtown business district. The property is gorgeous inside and out. The little details-decor, nice sheets/towels, the lighting options. The pool is LOVELY - fountains add a lot! And the outside lounge area we used daily. Don’t hesitate to give this property a try. Can’t wait to come back.
Jennifer G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Jonathan S.
29 Nov 2018
We will definitely be back! We loved our stay in this vintage beach cottage!
From the moment we walked in, we were blown away! It was obvious that the owner has put a lot of love into this house. It is a classy, vintage beach cottage with old-school charm and a fabulous renovation. The beds were comfortable; the sheets were soft, and the beach and village were just a short walk away. The beach is across the street! You can literally see the water from the front steps! My family and I will be back! Thank you, Lighthouse! You guys were absolutely awesome, too!
I was really hoping this property was going to be as great as the pictures illustrate and I can now say without a doubt it was! The pictures of course make the front of the house look a little larger but the space out front was adorable, useable and just right. We spent a ton of time in the beautiful back yard and pool making some really great memories. We enjoyed our dinners, games and times just relaxing on the enclosed porch- such a cool space!!! Easy walk to dinner, shops and ice cream! This home is full of charm and we look forward to going back.
All in all, we would absolutely stay here again during future trips to Saint Simons! The home is very charming and offers lots of space for an active group. We certainly had more than enough room for our multi-generational family! We really enjoyed the location as well, and rode our bikes all over the island. The pool was very nice after long bike rides and as a beach alternative during a fishing tournament (our teenager even took advantage of pre-breakfast swims)!
It is obvious the addition was recently completed with the upstairs master bath requiring some punch list attention. However, the downstairs addition seemed to be done very well. The only other bits to be mindful of were in the kitchen... the dishwasher was not always reliable to deliver clean dishes and use of the oven caused the living room to smell of gas. We quickly learned to use the range hood ventilation whenever using the oven to help mitigate the smell. We saw these issues as small punch list items also, all easily addressed during a week without guests.
Thank you for a wonderful fall break!
This was one of the best properties we have ever stayed on in any location! The home is so charming and has wonderful amenities. The location is superb - you can access the beach easily and the downtown Village area. I only wish we could’ve stayed longer!
House is pleasant and enjoyable; pictures are accurate. Very well-stocked with essentials. Check-in easy. Walking to beach and restaurants extremely convenient. Pool dirty on arrival due to spring pollen season; a request for cleaning was honored, albeit a day later and could have been done prior to arrival. Cottage in the rear has shared sightlines, but occupants stayed to themselves. Overall still recommended and had a very nice stay.
This home was the perfect stay for my family for an intimate wedding party. The kids stayed in the front house and the parents in the back cottage. We all had dinners by the pool! This house has so much character and is steps away from the beach. It was a 10/10 experience. I would stay here every time I come to St. Simons!