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Dog-Friendly Cottage by the Beach with Private Pool, Pool Spa, & Free WiFi

Vacation home near Driftwood Beach in St. Simons Island

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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Terrace/patio
Smart TV

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Simons Island, GA
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Simons Island

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find East Beach and Massengale Park. Demere Park and Neptune Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • East Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Neptune Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ziggy’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iguanas - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-Friendly Cottage by the Beach with Private Pool, Pool Spa, & Free WiFi

Escape to your perfect St. Simons Island oasis, where relaxation and adventure await! Nestled in a lush garden setting just around the corner from the beach, this charming home is ideal for families and small groups of friends looking to unwind in style.

Cool off in your private enclosed yard, complete with a refreshing dipping pool and cascading spa, perfect for lazy afternoons in the sun.

As the evening winds down, gather for games and movie nights and then sink into one of the three king beds. The primary suite also features a Smart TV, so you can end the night with your favorite show.

From peaceful mornings by the pool to fun-filled beach days just moments away, this beautiful retreat offers everything you need for a memorable St. Simons getaway. Book your stay today and start making memories!

What's nearby:
This home is perfectly located in St. Simons, just around the corner from the 5th Street beach access point. You'll be half a mile down the road from the St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum, the St. Simons Pier, and all sorts of aquatic fun and miniature golf at Neptune Park. And all along Ocean Boulevard are a number of wonderful restaurants and eateries with something for every taste.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Local, baby equipment rental services available
Gourmet kitchen with a professional-grade GE Monogram range with six burners, a grill, and two ovens
Please note that the pool is a 10' x 14' dipping pool
Dog-friendly
Snowbird-friendly
* - Pool heat is available for $50/day and must be requested/paid three days prior to check-in.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,360 square feet

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
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, a first aid kit, 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Dog-Friendly Cottage by the Beach with Private Pool, Pool Spa, & Free WiFi Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Debbie B.

The kitchen was not fully equippedThere was one wine glassThere was no coffee or coffee podsThe oven was very dirty but worse - the oven did not work so we were not able to cook dinner especially since there was no outdoor grill either - we called the host to remedy it - I don’t know if they fixed itOne if the bedrooms had a bed that blocked the bathroom door so our guest had to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the house was as pictured. The house was very clean.We thought that the location was excellent, 10 to 15 minute walk from the pier and lots of restaurants/dining. If you travel during the off-season, be prepared for restaurants to close by 8pm. Exterior of the home could use some TLC. There were multiple deck boards that needed to be replaced. The fencing was falling apart in multiple areas. Be aware if you are bringing dogs with you that you should take them out on a leash so that they cannot escape the yard.If you were going to pay to have the pool heated, please be aware that it is a spa and not a hot tub. Pool and hot tub are unable to be heated beyond 78. We spent nearly 300 to have this heated for our stay and unfortunately, because the temperatures were in the upper 60s/low 70s we did not get to utilize the pool in the way that we had wanted. We did request that the temperature be raised, but were told that it could not be adjusted any higher. The listing also reports that there are subscriptions for multiple streaming services, which is untrue. There is a fire stick and Roku, but you have to log into your own accounts. We had to replace the batteries in the fire stick multiple times during our stay. Replacement batteries were not provided. Overall, for the cost of the stay and the ability to travel with our dogs, I think we would consider staying here again, but would definitely consider this a low/no-frills stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Aubrey S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
BEWARE : This is a catfish property. There were open electrical outlets and an exposed live wire hanging from the ceiling. Vacasa sent someone out to tie it up higher where it was unreachable. The house has clearly not had any maintenance in a long time. The pictures are over 10 years old. There were nails sticking out of the floor in the upstairs bathroom in front of the toilet and concrete tiles missing in the pool area and the fence is falling away from the property. The deck has rotten and loose boards. The upstairs lookout area (which is not open to guest bc the railings fell off) is so hot that we had to put a blanket up to block the hot air. The mattress upstairs is unsleepable. There is a metal cage covering on the front door that can be unlocked where someone can open and undo the deadbolt and enter the home. EVERYTHING was dilapidated or broken. The gas oven only had a couple eyes working, the lights and fan knob was only usable with pliers and that eventually broke off and we could not turn the lights off, shutters were broken, creeping fig has grown over the whole property and we had to pull it away from steps because we were getting our feet caught in the vines. The property needs A LOT of work and we were informed that the owner won’t approve the improvements, but Vacasa is still renting it like it’s up to par. I don’t have enough time to list my disappointment and frustration that I was catfished with this property. Toilet back were broken, no tub stop for the
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Austin B.

You can’t beat the location of this property. However, there are many things that need work. For example, the pool heater is broken. Most light fixtures don’t work and common amenities like a washer and dryer have issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel M.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Skyler C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Unfortunate Experience

Great location for myself and 7 other adults to stay, however there were several issues we encountered while we stayed and still have not heard back from anyone to discuss. Unfortunately, there was a large rain storm and the entire property flooded, including the backyard with the pool which made the pool unusable for the entire trip, which is why we chose the house to stay in. Several sections of the flooring were missing and the upstairs shower did not drain making it unusable. These items were reported through Vacasa 3 times, and I have still yet to hear from anyone about it. During the flood, there were also visible sparks coming from the outdoor lighting. There were also several spots of rain leaking through the roof and down the wall throughout the home. Some of our guests experienced a mildew smell in the bedding- and please beware if you are traveling with adults, three of the beds are much smaller than the rest with two bunk bed mattresses on the floor. It is unfortunate that throughout all of these concerns, we could not get any response from the property managers to discuss. Blame cannot be placed for a large storm, but the aftermath was handled poorly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cassie M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay in SSI

The house was a good size for our group and the location is great and walkable to town. However, the house could’ve used a more in depth cleaning before hand and was a little warm.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall Good

We recently stayed at this home on St. Simons and overall had a good experience, mostly due to the great location. It's close to everything, and the neighborhood is lovely. The house itself definitely has good bones but could use some updates. It has a bit of a shabby feel, but nothing that stopped us from enjoying our time.A few things to note: the downstairs AC doesn’t work very well. We were there during cooler weather, so it wasn’t a huge issue, but I imagine it could be pretty uncomfortable in the summer. The stove also has several burners that don’t work, which was a bit frustrating when trying to cook.The top bunk bed is really only suitable for a small child—there's not much headroom or legroom up there. That said, the outdoor pool area is nice and was one of our favorite spots to hang out and relax.All in all, the house needs some TLC, but the location and layout make it a solid choice if you’re not expecting luxury. We'd stay again, especially if some of the little issues get addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John M.

Spring break

Great location in great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter v.

Update your property

Good location - close to town and beach. VRBO photos of property need to be more current. Exterior lighting entering/exiting the home could be brighter - missing bulbs. Heated spa/pool could be warmer. Musty smell upon entering property home most times. Missing the weber grill that was in backyard photo. Wouid have wanted to grill outdoors a night or two. Lighter fluid was located below sink so where was the grill?Oven did not heat up!! What’s the trick??
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Shae L.

Place Needs Updated

Not good. The yard is overgrown and needs love. The pool needs drained and cleaned. The furniture in the common living area is old. The tv in the LR didnt work. The wifi didnt work. The management compamy doewnt qork. The front door needs a serious replacementm good luck with this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Christopher L.

Nothing but issues

Booked this place 8 months in advance. The phone number given to contact the host is not a working number. Inquired 3 different times about having the pool heated. Didn’t get an answer back until the day of check-in. Right before check in, we were told the downstairs a/c was not working. Everything except one bedroom is on the bottom floor, so essentially the entire house was without a/c for the entirety of our stay. NO A/C! we were given a couple cheap box fans and a small portable a/c that was useless. The “heated jacuzzi” that I paid extra for, was barely warm. 85°. The ceiling fan in the living room has a big sign that says “fan is decorative only”. This seems to be what the host does with any item that doesn’t work—instead of getting it fixed. We were told on our first day that the a/c was to be fixed ASAP, and that it would probably be done before we checked in. Come to find out, the host got a few estimates to fix the issue, but the estimates were “more than they were willing to pay”, so we went without a/c for the entirety of our 5 day stay. There was a tarp suspended over the pool for shade. It had so much debris/broken tree branches/dirt on it that it was sagging down about 2 feet over the pool at the lowest point. The pool was also FILTHY. The house water was shut off for 24 hours at one point too. We couldn’t shower/use bathrooms that day. Last day I found roaches in the master bathroom also. I wish I had more space to write. DON’T STAY HERE.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Milinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and location

Great home with plenty of space. Fantastic outdoor space with nice dipping pool. Would definitely stay at again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and great for big family!

Location is so close to beach! Clean with a large living room area. Kitchen is large and great for cooking!! Loved the big window that opens to pool. Hot tub and pool were amazing for a big crowd. Our only issue was hot tub and pool were cold for two days even though we paid for heat. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Janell B.

Spacious but left wanting

We easily fit 2 families into the house, great sleeping arrangements. We enjoyed the kitchen and living space, but exposed outlets, broken widow’s nest with no access (though it looked like it would have been amazing), promise of a heated pool in January but having nothing, and missing windows, tv remotes, and backyard issues (shade lining was covered in debri, playhouse covered in moss) just left us wishing we could have enjoyed what was promised to us more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Space! Great Location!

Wonderful property. Plenty of room for our group of 6 adults and 6 kids (ages 2 thru 15). 1 block from terrific beach access. Less than ¾ miles in either direction from fantastic food/brewery/shops. We stayed Friday to Friday around Memorial Day and only wish we had booked more time. The house is older but really well organized and ridiculously clean. It could use a few minor updates, shower heads specifically. The heated hot tub/pool was perfect for our group with cooler weather still lingering. The decking, fans and lighting around the pool all need some work. But I believe the property manager is aware and trying to make improvements. We loved the property and wouldn't hesitate to spend another week there!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberli M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family getaway.

Loved the house, location and area. Kids loved the pool and hot tub. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett A., Old Hickory, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation house

This house had everything we needed for our family vacation. Big, well equipped kitchen. Plenty of space. Heated pool and spa. Excellent location for the beach and dining.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Marla A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very disappointed. Run down. Many non working or broken things. Yard was totally neglected.

No response from Vacasa or Host the whole week we where there. I’ve spoken to a manger and sent pictures hoping for a refund.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

St Simon Thanksgiving

The house was as advertised, lots of room. The kitchen is awesome. The house is close to the beach, you can walk to the beach in a few minutes. We, as a group, 7 of us. would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

paige b., Charlotte, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint house-fab location

Adorable house w/coffee house vibes. If you love & are used to older, quirky houses- you will love. Very cozy. Love the decor & stained glass. Great great location! Pool heating & cleanliness(pool only) was an issue, but obviously not a problem in summer. Vacasa did the very best they could with what they had to deal with(re:pool). Would love for the owners to fix the observation deck & a few other things. Would be a fun addition to this funky, cool house. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022