Ideal location in a 1950’s updated cottage! Check out the fall calendar!

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I want you to love our local artists! This painting was purchased at B & B

We just completed a full exterior remodel with new roof, paint and decking!

The new office space is away from the TV, with a view out front!

We took the advice of a great renter and added a conservative office space!

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

St. Simons, GA

East Beach
1 min walk
Massengale Park
5 min walk
Demere Park
10 min walk
Brunswick, GA (SSI-McKinnon St. Simons Island)
5 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main bedroom/Attached bath

1 King Bed

Middle bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Reading room

1 Single Bed

The small bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Maaterbath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

With two living areas there is room for the book reader, the game player, or the TV viewer. We created a small home office area for those of you lucky enough to work from “home”!

We of course hope we share enough travel and dining tips you’re just there to sleep and relax before your next days outing! There is a nice kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, gas range and oven.

This 1950’s cottage take you back to a simpler time yet with all the comforts expected!

We’ve completed a full exterior renovation with new porches, Azec decking, roof and paint! There is seating on both the screened and open sides of the porch, as well as the backyard.

We keep our home sprayed quarterly for bugs and and we clean to the highest standards!

Once you book, I am always available via VRBO messaging or give me a call/text. We want you to enjoy our home as much as we do!

Property manager

Stuart Russell

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Trundle and daybed geared for children

Events

No events allowed

Quiet neighborhood with local neighbors.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking please!

Call me with any questions or concerns! I try to be very accessible via text or call!

You’ve paid for clean up but please help out by cleaning after yourselves!

If you have a laundry pod or two available, please start load of towels the day of your departure.

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

Note from host: Quiet neighborhood with local neighbors.

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

St. Simons Island

Located in St. Simons Island, this holiday home is near the beach. St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Bloody Marsh Battle Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Saint Simons Island Pier and Sea Island Golf Club. Massengale Park and Neptune Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St. Simons, GA

What's nearby

Neptune Park - 17 min walk
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 17 min walk
Saint Simons Island Pier - 4 min drive
Sea Island Golf Club - 6 min drive
Driftwood Beach - 34 min drive

Getting around

Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪St Simons Island Pier - ‬3 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
‪Brogen's - ‬2 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal location in a 1950’s updated cottage! Check out the fall calendar! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal location in a 1950’s updated cottage! Check out the fall calendar! ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal location in a 1950’s updated cottage! Check out the fall calendar! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ideal location in a 1950’s updated cottage! Check out the fall calendar! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Beach and Saint Simons Island Pier. Massengale Park and Demere Park are also within 10 minutes.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

27 July 2024

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

Incredible location

Great house, exactly what we needed and the location is unbeatable!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

10 July 2024

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

Wonderful Host and Home

The pictures really dont do this house justice. there is so much space and is so comfortable. Stuart was so easy to work with and she continuously checked in on us to make sure our stay was going well. She cares deeply about the guests experience in her home and I couldn't reccomend this place enough. The location is also amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cis H.

26 June 2024

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

Cosy

It’s like a cottage should be Stuart easy to reach and live her decorating skills.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

9 Apr 2024

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

Great location great house

We stayed over spring break. The island was busier than we were used to but the house and the location were tremendous. The front porch is great for sitting with your family, listening to music and relaxing. The house has plenty of room for at least 6 people maybe more (it was just the four of us). The house is a short walk to the beach and a stones throw to some of our favorite restaurants. Stuart was easy to get ahold of but honestly we didn’t need her. Couldn’t ask for a better host, house or location for our family of four.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome G.

24 Mar 2024

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

Nice place

Great location, comfortable cottage, very nice porches. Only suggestion is a gas grill. The dirty little one there was not usable

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis V.

14 Mar 2024

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

Delivered as promised

"Easy Walk to Beach" was a spacious cottage with a good location. Proximity to restaurants [Crab Shack/King and Prince] and short walk to the beach. Lot of goodies upon arrival and the things you need. Stuart was most helpful and pleasant to work with. Highly recommend it.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M., Richmond, Virginia

2 Jan 2024

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

Brilliant Beachy Cottage

Lovely cottage walking distance to beach and shops. Stuart was a wonderful host. Charming and helpful. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nola V.

29 Nov 2023

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

Great Thanksgiving Gathering

What a terrific property for a wonderful family and friends Thanksgiving. Perfect location and amazing attention to detail for guests’ comfort. Such an easy checkin and stay. So many thing supplied in the kitchen. Felt like home from the minute you walk in the door. Great beach memories made this past week. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Oct 2023

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

Perfect location

Overall excellent house, and great location. Will stay at this house again if we come back to this area for vacation. One thing I have to mention, is that they took the time to label all the light switches. Makes so easy to know what to turn on or off. These are just of the many things that make this place exceptional.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

1 Aug 2023

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

Excellent stay

Wonderful property and host. We had an excellent time and easy details!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach M.

26 July 2023

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

Nice home, location, and host

Clean, nice home with plenty of space. Convenient location to beach and restaurants. Stuart was friendly and responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

dustin v.

7 July 2023

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

PERFECT!!!!

Ok - I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t leave a lot of reviews, good or bad. But this place was absolutely perfect for our family’s stay during the 4th. First off, the location is incredible. Around the corner from 2 of the best restaurants on the island with Crabdaddy’s and Crab Trap. The King and Prince is essentially 2 streets over, but it’s literally so close that you can walk in less than 5 minutes. We had several friends in town for the 4th with their kids (we have teens - 14 & 17), so we rented a golf cart and bikes so they could go and do as they wanted. On your way to the beach from the house, stop by the Beachcomber Bar and grab a pina colada. They also have fantastic burgers! Secondly, the house was absolutely the perfect size - it’s quaint, but not small. And it’s CLEAN. Has a decent size back yard but we spent our time at the beach mostly, but enjoyed a few hours on the screened in front porch for morning coffee. Also - the house had several things that came in handy - like refreezable ice packs (we used the heck out of those every day), a soft beach cooler, beach toys, beach chairs, and the list goes on…Stuart was incredible and I felt like we made a new friend with her constantly checking in to make sure things were going good. We look forward to booking here again soon!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariana S.

5 July 2023

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

Wonderful

We loved our stay! This property is a gem and location is perfect!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molli G.

1 June 2023

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

our stay

Everything was Great and very welcoming. Stuart was very easy to work with and accommodating!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y., Asheville NC

10 Apr 2023

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

Perfect location and perfect home for our family

We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay here. The friendly host reached out to ask if we needed anything, but we never did need anything because everything was in perfect order and available when we arrived. This was our family’s third time at SSI and this is our favorite neighborhood on the island. We felt close to everything, had a lovely porch each morning to drink coffee and hang out, had cozy chairs and couches indoors to watch movies at night, and all the beds were comfy, too. The home was clearly decorated with love and I enjoyed all the art and little touches. Lots of beach towels and beach chairs and extra extras. I hope we can come back again and stay one day. :)

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris S., Chicago

3 Apr 2023

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

Reluctance to ever leave this beautiful home

This house with both an open and screened-in porch was such a treat and a balm to our weary urban souls. It's going to be hard to write a succinct review if I list everything my spouse and I loved about it, including the ceiling fans, kitchen skylights, room for two to work remotely, and extraordinary cleanliness. When Stuart called to check on our week, I told her our dream about returning. I'll end by saying we loved the location, slightly less than 1 mile from the pier and Lighthouse Museum, highly walkable and bikeable. The neighborhood itself was quiet, and with the bedrooms easily darkened, we slept like rocks. Because there were several businesses about 3 blocks away, we easily rented bikes to keep for the week and patronized five of the restaurants there! We walked on the beach every day and sat on the porch every morning and evening and at other times too. We never watched the television....

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

27 Mar 2023

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

Great place and happy to return!

We had a great stay and hope to visit again soon. Stuart is an excellent host! Great touches like stocked coffee bar, beach chairs and towels, starter shampoo and toothpaste, and well stocked pots/pans. Loved the gas cooktop - put out way more heat than ours at home. Short 6-7 minute walk to beach and easy walk to very popular restaurants. Enjoyed sitting on screened-in porch and reading. Didn't have opportunity to take advantage of the outside table and chairs in backyard but maybe next time. Easy home to recommend for your next trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., WOODSTOCK, NY

14 Mar 2023

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

Excellent host and beautiful cottage

The host, Stuart, is amazing. She is responsive and sweet. The cottage is fully outfitted, with lots of extra touches to make your stay complete and very comfortable. The cottage is immaculate, also. We were a party of four old friends. We loved having two bathrooms and four sleeping areas. We loved both the screened in porch and the open porch area. The neighborhood is quiet. In short, we all felt very comfortable, safe, and had enough space. I would highly recommend this host and this cottage. Extra bonus - Stuart's check out instructions are simple, and easy to get done as you fly out the door to make your flight or head home. Thank you, Stuart!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil R.

27 Jan 2023

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

Gotta Go Back

This was an extremely clean, well-equipped cottage (others advise you to bring beach chairs and towels; not here since those are provided). All you could want in a kitchen, plenty of towels, large rooms, comfortable beds, plenty of storage space. The host was phenomenal: prompt on a couple of questions, the easiest check-in, friendly, sincere. This cottage, and its neighborhood ooze charm and character. My wife and I want to go back. We also referred a friend (who stayed in the area at another property at the same time we did), who promptly booked this property for later after looking at this one. I could not recommend this property more highly. My advice to anyone is to book it and enjoy your trip (just don't do it when we want to return, OK?).

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

30 Nov 2022

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

Great Rental

We had a great stay at the house over the Thanksgiving holiday. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed hanging out on the front porch, and the house has a nice fenced in backyard as well that was good for the kids. The property owner was very kind and easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

16 Oct 2022

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

Great place

We had a family of 4 and thought it was a great house. Good location as we could walk to beach, restaurants, bike rental place, etc. House was nice and host was excellent.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

14 Oct 2022

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

Very Relaxing!

We really enjoyed staying at this house. The beds were very comfortable! The kitchen was one of the most equipped that I have seen and the front screened porch was so relaxing for morning coffee. You can walk to restaurants and shops from the house. It was fantastic!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

15 Sept 2022

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

Relaxing stay in a cozy home

Warm, welcoming home that is wonderfully appointed with everything needed for a great vacation. The beds were comfortable, kitchen well stocked, and there isn’t a bad place to sit in the living room! Stuart was very communicative throughout the booking and stay. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce s.

17 Aug 2022

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

Go to St. Simons vacation spot.

This house was furnished with everything you could need. So enjoyed relaxing on the front porch each morning with coffee and each evening. Location is perfect for getting on the beach or dinning.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Leah T., Orlando, USA

8 Aug 2022

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

Disliked: Communication

A Situation with No Solution

Renting this process was easy to set up, and the host had good communication around the initial booking (months prior to our stay); however, the house was not prepared for guests. It was upon arrival when the host mentioned that internet may not work due to a new router installed. This was compounded by the AC unit not working on arrival as well. We had to restart the AC, and the host tried to restart the wifi router but could not. These two situations instilled a fear of being taken advantage of by the host, on top of being uncomfortably hot and having to arrange different solutions for remote work that needed to happen. Voicing these concerns led to the host asking us to leave her property if we wanted a refund and VRBO finding emergency accommodations for us. It was the most stressful way to start a vacation, and the request to leave put us in shock. I’ve never been treated so rudely or had my experiences disregarded by a host in this way, and it left us with a very bad experience and still seeking to hear from the review committee about a full refund. Please help.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stuart Russell

I’m originally from St. Simons Island and I’m always happy to share our “go-to” spots, charter groups, favorite beach and dining spots!

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood is quintessential St Simons! The surrounding neighbors are nice, quiet and typically full time residents. This house is off a main road so safe for bike riding for children and just 2 quick shaded blocks to the beach. It’s one of the most perfect neighborhoods on the island.

What makes this property unique

This house has great happiness within the walls. My family has always felt it and we’ve had several guests mention there seems to be a happy spirit within the walls! (Don’t freak out ….. I’m not talking about ghosts!) It’s comfortable without feeling like a cheesy beach house. There are no hallways so the house doesn’t feel small…. The porches make the outdoor living perfect!