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Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven

Vacation home near Driftwood Beach in Jekyll Island

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Beach
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Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Jekyll Island, GA
  • Place, Americana Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Mound
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Driftwood Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Jekyll Island

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Americana Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Indian Mound with a stay here. Jekyll Island Golf Club and Jekyll Island Tennis Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Americana Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Indian Mound - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Driftwood Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Jekyll Island State Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Summer Waves Water Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Westin Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Grille - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven

Jekyll Island is state owned, and as such, development of the island is restricted to only 35% of the island creating a very quiet, laid-back atmosphere. If you want to 'get away from it all,' this is the place! The beaches are relatively undisturbed, and summer is a great time to see the huge sea turtles come onto the beach to lay their eggs.

This is a vacation rental that's large enough for the whole clan, yet comfortable for one or two, and it's located in the Jekyll Beach area. The home has lots of living areas, including a sunroom that's perfect for games and entertaining. The dining room table seats six, but if there are only two, just sit at the breakfast bar. Jekyll's newest wooden crossover to the beach is across the street. This house is on the west side of Beachview, and is approximately 100 yards from the beach. High tide limits beach access to ALL homes on this end of the island but "all day" beaches are just a 2 min. ride, with great parking, picnic tables and a ramp.

There is a minimum rental of 4 nights required.

Come enjoy the beach!

Keywords: House, jekyll, beach, home, bungalo

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Absolutely NO PETS- family members have allergies! Washer & dryer available. PLEASE launder towels as necessary to maintain clean towel supply.

We rate YOU as a guest through VRBO. Garbage in rooms, excessively dirty conditions will result in low ratings and non-refundable $50 cleaning fee.

Do NOT move furniture/devices. Cleaner inventories and reports missing items. $50 of your $150. cleaning fee will be refunded if conditions are met.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Family allergies so please abide by NO PET rule

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Our grand girls love the house

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
Onsite 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven to the airport?

This vacation home is 21 mi (34-min drive) away from the Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Americana Beach and 1.8 mi (3-min drive) from Driftwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Emerald Princess II Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven to downtown Jekyll Island?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Jekyll Island.

Jekyll Beach - Terrapin Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time at Terrapin Haven

The location to the beach is unbeatable! There is plenty of room for everyone to spread out and the house was ready for guests and their needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks for sharing your house and beach with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Star E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for a large family! Away from the hustle and bustle of the village but close enough to get what you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmett H.

Liked: Cleanliness

My stay

Everything you could want in a place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway from life’s stresses

The property is located near beach access. The neighbors were quiet and we were visited by occasional wildlife. The property suited the needs of 3 adults perfectly. The owner was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

918

The house was very comfortable. Room sizes were good. Kitchen is small but open. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

The house was wonderful! Everything was clean and comfortable. The A/C works great! The only downside was the "beach access" across the street had missing stairs, so we had to walk down another 3-4 blocks for a beach access walkway that had proper stairs. Definitely not the property owners fault, just a miniscule inconvenience
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

The house was even more spacious and well-appointed than expected, and we all appreciated it. We would be happy to recommend it. The knives and pans were not the greatest, but acceptable for a five-day stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Large Family Vacation to our favorite place!

We love visiting Jekyll Island and this is our second time staying at this home! It was great both times. There is plenty of space, plenty of linens, washer/dryer, access to the beach. The air conditioner went out the first night we arrived and it was handled very quickly! Check in and Check out was easy! 100% would reccomend staying here. We may come back for a 3rd time in the next few years!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving stay

Nice house with plenty of room to spread out and a great yard. Not a fancy home, but comfortable and perfect for two active toddlers.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris E., Kennesaw, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house and great location

The house, while older, is very well taken care of, which is much more important to me than the age of the house. This was a "guys" trip for me, my dad, and my son (9), and it did not disappoint. beach access was close, and the bike trails run right across the street from the house. The HVAC worked great and so did the showers and everything else. If you are looking for a quiet house with plenty of living space I would suggest this house. The next trip we plan I will be looking for the availability of this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Love this property!! We were headed there when the hurricane was coming through. The communication was absolutely impeccable.!! Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holli J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jekyll Island Family Vacation

The house was clean and the neighborhood was quiet. We loved being able to walk across the street to the beach. The beach does disappear, but if you watch the tide times, you can enjoy a very nice private beach with no problems. The island has enough stuff to keep you busy. Love the nature on the island and the history!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Lora M.

Plenty of living space

This property worked well for our first time on Jekyll and to spend time with our grandchildren. There are three "living areas" that made it convenient for multiple activities to go on--TV, play games, visit, etc. The outside shower was very convenient. The home is older, and appears to be a work "in progress" as things are being updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K., Meridianville

Liked: Cleanliness

Great hiden gem

The house was larger than anticipated. Had plenty of places to sit and talk away from the tv. Bedrooms were a decent size and beds were comfortable. Great house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional property

The property was just as listed and even bigger than we pictured. We travelled with three adults and three children and had ample space. The property was extremely clean and well stocked kitchen with very easy beach access. We communicated with the owner and she even called us prior to checkin. Great experience and would recommend to anyone staying in Jekyll island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely vacation stay

We had a lovely 5 day vacation stay at this home on Jekyll. Perfect home base, great to have room to spread out. Only complaint is beds are dated and uncomfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meshka B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

The property was great. There was plenty of space. It was close to the public beach access. Unfortunately, the high tide and small beach required us to travel to the south beaches in order to stay out for the day. Other than that, I would stay at this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hank G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

Beautiful, spacious home centrally located. Close to beach, shopping and restaurants yet private and quiet setting.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

This location is great...beach access just across the road. The house had everything we needed to be comfortable. whether we cooked in or ate out. Well stocked kitchen with bakeware, utensils, etc.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

April P., Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness

3rd visit to Jekyll

Home was clean. Spacious Everything was as described in the description. Would return to this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Very convenient, loved location. Met all our needs. Nancy was great to work with. Enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious

Lots of space, very clean, and close to the beach. Perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time!

Had a great time. Easy beach access, super nice host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022