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Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches

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Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books
Experience the charm of Cantaloupe Cottage, a restored Mid Century Modern home with Central AC. With 3 bedrooms, a fully fenced yard offering views of the Back River, and just minutes away from the beach and local Kayak launch area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$946
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

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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.

Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches

CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT

We love this mid century home from the 1950's formerly known as Canty's Cottage. Vintage, yet freshly painted and redecorated.
Cantaloupe Cottage is a classic Mid Century Modern island home built in the 1950’s and completely restored with Central AC and all modern updates, this ground level, pet-friendly home features a large fully fenced back and side yards with views of the Back River! Which means the Back River beach and fishing pier is just a minute away! AND only 1.5 blocks to Alley 3- the local Kayak launch area.
With 3 bedrooms and 1.25 bathrooms (one full bathroom with a tub/shower combo and one shower-only room), plus a Florida room and an amazing kitchen, this home is a little charmer!

Enjoy your complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests!

The backyard Tybee Tiki-Hut is the ultimate finishing touch! Blend your margaritas (or smoothies ~ we won't judge!) and enjoy a little island style right here!
Complimentary off-street parking for 3 cars.
Minimum Age Requirement: You must be 25 years of age to rent this property.

ALL PET FRIENDLY HOMES REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL PET FEE. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PETS!
NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDED
PLEASE NOTE: MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS WILL APPLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.


5% Discount for Military, Educators, AAA and AARP

Ask us about Special Off-Season rates!
STVR License #STR2025-0746

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Canty's C1957 Ground Level Fenced Yard Dogs Walk Back River
Canty's C1957 Ground Level Fenced Yard Dogs Walk Back River
1181-26978

About the area

Map
Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mid Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • North Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Sugar Shack - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

As of 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches on 1 Oct 2025 start from AU$946.46, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach, South Beach and Back River Beach. Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Mid Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 412 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 412 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 412 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 412 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 412 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chris o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Great house close to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage

Cute comfortable cottage to stay in. We enjoyed our stay and loved its proximity to Back Beach. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Tybee island

Nice rental, property was clean, easy to find and check in, will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

A world away from ND

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Mermaids were very accommodating. On the spot!

10/10 Excellent

cutenevil23

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This was the perfect place! Just a 10 min walk to the beach and restaurants. Host was amazing and checked on us occasionally. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh N., RICHARDSON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and quiet spot!

Easy walk to multiple beach access spots and food, but off Butler enough to be quiet. Clean and well appointed for a vacation stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to Tybee

We had a great time, the neighborhood was quiet and walking distance to restaurants and the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blanca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tybee in July

Enjoyed your place. It was a pleasant stay. First time in Tybee. July very hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

This house was perfect for us. The fenced in yard was a huge plus as we were traveling with pets. They were able to burn off some energy in the yard. The house was exactly as the pictures showed and how the listing was described. The location was good too. Walking distance to the beaches and main downtown area. We also took advantage of the short drive to Savannah for some tours and food. This house was a great home away from home and we’d recommend it to anyone traveling with kids and pets. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cantaloupe cottage stay

We came for the Ogeechee seafood festival. We have stayed at the Canty Cottage before, we love the area and the house is great for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Great Faith Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very very nice stay!

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Great place that allowed us to walk to the beach on both sides of the island, meals and ice cream shops. The property manager was very proactive with communication. We would definitely stay with them again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to the beach!

We really enjoyed our stay at Canteloupe Cottage. The property was very nice on a pleasant, quiet road. We were walking/biking distance from the Chatham Rd beach access point, and several other inlet access points. We had a lot of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as described and more!

Easy check in. Great cable service. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Restful

Relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Owen G.

Short walk to a quiet beach.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice spot with a short walk to back river beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Great experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family friendly, clean, convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carl L.

a great getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: as always, my stay in mermaid cottags is alway great!

10/10 Excellent

Janae M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Very impressed with our stay. The cottage matched the beach vibe and was the cleanest place I have ever stayed. Tammy was awesome and a pleasure to talk to. The yard was great and we sat out at back patio every day and enjoyed morning coffee. We visit Savanna often and will stay with Mermaid Cottages again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary get away

It was nice n quiet. It's anything to complain about was couldn't get tv in 1st bedroom to right to work n wish there was an outlet in bathroom but that's minor. We really enjoyed our get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect size great location

Loved that it was located in a not high traffic area but still close to places you want to go . Perfect for my doggies . Kayak boat ramp right around the corner
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

john m.

Tybee Hurricane escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Comfortable

Very cute and clean property. Had everything we needed and we felt very comfortable and relaxed there. Easy check-in and check-out process and communication with host was excellent. Loved being able to walk to both the river and beach and the delicious restaurant down the street. Sad we didn’t get to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

Wonderful cottage!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage was great - very well equipped and comfortable. It's super cute with a ton of mermaid touches. It's in a quiet part of Tybee without a ton of traffic, but close enough to the action to be convenient. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

This cottage was adorable! The outside porch area was great for just hanging out. The cottage was close to everything! We walked to get bicycles the first day and then spent the weekend riding bikes everywhere! It was magical!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019