On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this St. Simons Island vacation home, you'll find East Beach and Neptune Park. St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Saint Simons Island Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).
Welcome to your historic beachfront getaway — a large, one-of-a-kind coastal home that’s over 120 years old and has plenty of character. You can't beat the large front porch with a view of the ocean or the semi-private beachfront deck right on the sand! This is not a modern cookie-cutter build, but one of the oldest houses on St. Simons Island — it’s a well-loved, functional, and inviting home where generations gather and beach memories are made. With 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this spacious property comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests (13 beds), making it ideal for large families or multi-family vacations. If you’re looking for authentic coastal charm, space to gather, and unbeatable beach access, this historic retreat delivers a truly special experience.
Exterior Spaces
- Property extends across the road to a beachfront lot. A gated walkway leads up to a private deck located right on the sand. (Lot and deck are shared with one adjacent rental house)
- Large screened front porch w/ rocking chairs, swinging bench, and hammock
- Driveway in back of house with covered carport for 2 cars, additional parking for 6 more cars
Living Area
- Hardwood flooring throughout
- Smart TV
- Comfortable Seating
- Ceiling Fans
- Views of the Ocean
- Games & Books
- Desk
Dining/Kitchen Area
- Dining Room Table w/ Seating for 8
- 2 full-size Refrigerators / Freezers
-Coffee area with both drip coffee and K-cups available
- All Cookware (pots, pans, etc.) provided
- All Dinnerware (plates, bowls, cups, glasses, utensils, etc.) provided
- Oven, Microwave and Dishwasher
- Ample pantry storage for your groceries
Guest Bedroom #1
- Queen Bed
- Ceiling Fan
- Closet & Dresser
- Adjacent bathroom with tub-shower combo
Guest Bedroom #2
- Queen Bed
- Ceiling Fan
- Closet & Dresser
- Ensuite Bathroom w/ Shower
Guest Bedroom #3
-Queen Bed
-Closet & Dresser
-Desk
Guest Bedroom #4
- Two Twin Beds
- Accessed through Bedroom #3
Guest Bedroom #5 ("Honeymoon Suite")
- Separate Exterior Access Only from Covered Back Porch
- Queen Bed
- Ceiling Fan
- Closet & Dresser
- Ensuite Bathroom w/ Shower
Upstairs Bedroom #6 ("Dormitory Room")
- Large Open Room
- Queen Bed
- 6 Twin Beds
- Futon
- Crib
- Closet
- Bathroom w/ Small Tub
Further Amenities
- Laundry Room w/ Full Size Washer & Dryer (located on covered back porch)
- Outdoor Shower
- All linens (sheets, bath towels, etc.) are provided.
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)
Deadbolt lock
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 3,579 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Pets
No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
16993
Frequently asked questions
How close is Beachfront Historic Home | Ocean View | Huge Screen Porch | 13 Beds | Beach Gear | Covered Parking to the airport?
This vacation home is 15.8 mi (29-min drive) away from the Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Beachfront Historic Home | Ocean View | Huge Screen Porch | 13 Beds | Beach Gear | Covered Parking have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Beachfront Historic Home | Ocean View | Huge Screen Porch | 13 Beds | Beach Gear | Covered Parking to the beach?
This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly D.
Jul 19, 2026
Charming place
This house was perfect for bringing our family together for our 20 year wedding anniversary. We had plenty of room for everyone and really enjoyed the screened in porch. The location was within walking distance to shopping and restaurant. Highly recommend!
Kelly D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dianna C.
Jun 14, 2026
Such a Special Place
Our family has been staying in the Thompson Cottage for years - it is PERFECT FOR US. While it does have some unique "charming qualities" as a historic home, all in all it is an absolute gem. We love the view from the porch and the easy access to the beach. Being able to walk to so many shops and restaurants is incredibly convenient. The amount of family that is able to stay under one roof is one of the best gifts the cottage has to offer. We enjoyed booking through iTrip and appreciated Ben's quick responses to our questions and needs. We cannot recommend the Thompson Cottage enough (but we're hesitant to do so because we don't want it to become so popular that we cannot book it for our 2 weeks in the summer!).
First the good points -Location is great - close to shops, public pool, beach, etc. Front porch is great - look at the ocean, quiet area.Roominess is great - lots of bedrooms.Now the bad points -Absolutely filthy, paint pealing, crud around faucets, floors are filthy, beds had sand in them, kitchen is absolutely disgusting.With it being a 120 year old house I should have expected it to be sub sub sub par. Our grandkids loved it because it was such a unique house. So we made the best of it. If you have small children that put things into their mouths you might want to consider another place. Paint has to have lead in it. I would NOT recommend this to anyone unless they are not expecting much in way of cleanliness.
Joe B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
JoAnn B.
Jun 27, 2026
Quaint and charming
My family enjoyed our stay in this home. It’s close to the ocean and the front porch was an added attraction. It’s within walking distance of downtown, but unfortunately it rained everyday but one, so couldn’t take advantage of that benefit. Plenty of parking and everything in the house was in good working order.