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Twin Palms Cottage

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Beach nearby
Marina
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
On the southern end of Tybee Island, Twin Palms Cottage offers a charming retreat for those seeking relaxation. This enchanting one-bedroom cottage is nestled under twin palms and features a cheerful screened porch with a swing, comfortable queen bed, kitchenette area with antique dishware, and large charming bathroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroomSleeps 2390 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Twin Palms Cottage

Twin Palms Cottage, on the southern end of Tybee Island, is a short walk to the beach, pavilion, popular restaurants, shops, Back River beach and fishing pier. A small, charming, authentic cottage for serious cottage lovers, it's a place to relax, unwind and escape to a slower time.

This enchanting one-bedroom cottage is nestled under twin palms, their fronds rustling in the summer breeze. It is just steps away to the beautiful Back River beach, barefoot strolls in the sand, and breathtaking sunsets. It represents the classic guest cottage with French doors, painted wood floors, bead board walls, wicker and vintage furnishings.

You are greeted by a cheerful screened porch with a swing and comfortable sitting area. Here you can enjoy your morning coffee, an afternoon drink, or read late into the lazy summer nights. It's also a fun place to watch the kayakers and paddle boarders go by as they head across the street to Alley 3, the Back River launch and beach area (only 175 steps away).

When you open the French doors you are immediately inspired by the cottage's attractiveness and delightful personality. Inside you find a comfortable queen bed, clothed in layers of fresh cotton and lace, waiting to enfold you after an exhilarating day at the beach or on the river.

You will certainly enjoy the kitchenette area, with its table for four, and collection of antique dishware for your everyday use. The kitchenette also includes a sink, small refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker and toaster.

Mary Kay Andrews, New York Times bestselling author, chose this adorable cottage as a haven where she penned several of her books at this same kitchen table before she purchased two Tybee cottages of her own!

The large charming bathroom includes an English washstand, dressing area, and a claw foot tub with shower, although the enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water is usually preferred to wash that sand and salt away!

Guests also enjoy a large covered outdoor space with abundant seating, including a swing large enough for an afternoon nap, plus a dining area, gas grill, and bicycle use. Once your car is parked, you can walk or ride a bike to almost everything, including the grocery store.

Linens, high speed wireless internet, and flat screen tv are provided.

Twin Palms Cottage (formerly Garner Cottage) is located in a quiet residential area on the south end of the island where Fifth and Tybrisia meet Chatham Avenue. The owners live on site.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 390 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Twin Palms Cottage Featured on Tybee Tour of Homes Cottage
Twin Palms Cottage Featured on Tybee Tour of Homes Tybee Island

About the neighborhood

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Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Back River Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Twin Palms Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twin Palms Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twin Palms Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Twin Palms Cottage located?

Located in South Beach, this cottage is within a 10-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 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Twin Palms Cottage Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 263 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming little cottage in Tybee. We loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we loved our stay here and can not wait to book here again. super nice and right across from the back river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Amazing Cottage

This cottage was clean, beautifully decorated, and in a great location! It was cozy and fully equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our beach vacation. We will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura T.

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

Vintage Cottage

Very quaint and charming cottage. It was accommodating to all of our needs. Very close to the fishing pier and Mermaid point. Ron and Leuveda were super friendly and very knowledgeable of the area. Would recommend this lovely spot to family and friends.
Main house
Front porch
Front porch
Cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every year we excitedly await our annual getaway to the Twiin Palms cottage. Ron & Leuveda prepare and maintain the cottage better than any I’ve ever stayed in, especially if you love pristine clean but cozy & comfortable all wrapped into one! Thank you for all you do so that we can look forward to something all year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg A.

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

Relaxing escape

We had a lovely stay in this dreamy cottage. So well appointed, we could not believe how much is in this small home. It had everything we needed and more. So close to everything, yet quiet and away from the crowds. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. Great breakfast recommendation Ron! We enjoyed biking the island, walking the beach and relaxing on the porch. We love Tybee and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

janet C.

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

Lovely accomodations

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Twin Palms. The cottage was clean, extremely well kept and very homey. Check-in and check out was easy and convenient. Leuveda and Ron provided all that we needed for our stay in this lovely and quiet neighborhood. We would definitely stay again if/when we return to Tybee. Thank you Ron and Leuveda!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Escape to Tybee

Though a small cottage, we had a relaxing, peaceful time, with a short drive to Savannah. We walked & biked everyday, except the one day it poured. All in all, a very nice time.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Q.

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

Twin Palms review

We loved the cottage, and the owners were extremely helpful and friendly. This was our first experience with VRBO, and we were very satisfied.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Tybee

Beautiful cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Asheville NC

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

One year anniversary trip

It was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

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

Pleased even more by size.

A couple of pretty days, two more than we thought since its February. We ate good and had some delicious pralines. We couldn't bring our bikes so we were happy that we were provided with some. We rested and caught up on sleep. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Tybee

Perfect cottage, hosts, and location!! Magical😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia T.

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

Absolutely gorgeous cottage

My boyfriend and I stayed her for a week. The cottage was absolutely beautiful and everything was perfect. The owners are extremely nice, very friendly… we will definitely be back. Thank you guys for letting us enjoy your beautiful cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

Twin Palms Cottage

This is a perfect cottage for a couple. Tucked away in a quiet location on Tybee Island. It is only a short walk to the beach and restaurant’s, and the beach on the back river (less crowded) is a block away. Twin Palms Cottage is at the top of our list for places to stay on Tybee Island.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny L.

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

Perfect

Everything was great. The owners were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

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

Perfect little cottage

Leuveda and Ron were perfect hosts. Their cottage is conveniently located, with many thoughtful amenities. Charming vintage accents, and decorations made the space warm, and inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela h.

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

Beautiful cottage

Perfect place - close to beach! Love the outdoor shower after the beach. Decorated beautifully!! Have a stove top but no oven - would be super if it had an oven too . Otherwise splendid !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

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

Wonderful Cottage!

More than we could have hoped for. Very clean and decorated so cute! Attention to every detail. Very attentive host. Great stay! Highly recommend. Loved the outdoor shower with good pressure and hot water!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Great Host, Great Location!

The pictures do not do this place justice! Everything was very clean and the check-in process was smooth and easy. The Location was perfect for my wife and I. Quiet neighborhood with only a 5 minute walk to the downtown area and a 2 minute walk to the beach. The hosts were very attentive. Bikes were great to ride around the island and there was even a beach cart that greatly helped getting our gear to beach. We can't recommend this place enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethann K.

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

Beautiful Cottage in an incredible location

We loved our weekend at this quaint cottage. Location was perfect for what we were looking for. Walking distance to beach and sand and short driving distance to restaurants. Day trip to Savannah close enough to enjoy the sights. Property just as described with homey vintage feel. Screened in porch perfect spot to start and end the day. Would not hesitate to book again. Thank you for sharing your home for our first “Empty Nester” Weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M., Wisconsin

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Fabulous Find!

What a fabulous find! My daughter and I, enjoyed our stay in this cute cottage located in a quiet neighborhood! It is conveniently located to the ocean, the dolphins, the store, restaurants, etc. The owners are next door and responded quickly, when we had a question. An absolutely adorable place to stay! We hope to return! 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia P.

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

VERY VINTAGE

This is a very cute/vintage cottage. Perfect for a single or couple. The host is very accommodating. The beach house is supplied with everything. The only thing you need to bring is food if you decide to prepare breakfast. My only concern was the bath tub did not seem sturdy. It was hard to get in and out of. The outside shower is nice… but they need to spray for mosquitos. But all and all this beach house was in a perfect location for walking to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Wonderful cottage

My wife and I had not gone on a vacation in two years. My wife wanted to go see Savanna and I wanted to stay near the beach. This met both of our wants. Ron and Leuveda are amazing hosts. They were able to give us great suggestions for places to eat and visit to make our time worthwhile. It was so relaxing to just sit on the porch in the evening with the cool breeze. We also loved the sun coming in the upper windows while waking up to the birds singing. The restaurants and beach were close enough to walk to. The beach to view beautiful sunsets is very close to the cottage. I even got to learn about some new food (Brunswick Stew) which I'm going to try and make. :) Overall, this is an amazing place and we highly recommend it. Thank you Ron and Leuveda for a great place to stay! We hope to make it back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty L.

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

Cozy Cottage in Great Location

We enjoyed our stay at the Twin Palms cottage in early July. Very cozy with everything you need to relax on Tybee. The outdoor shower is great and the screened porch on the front is an awesome place to just relax. It's an easy walk to the beach by the river or to AJ's for dinner!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025