Entire home

Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch.

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

Photo gallery for Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch.

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Exterior
On Tybee Island's charming Chatham Avenue, #01187T2 offers the perfect beach retreat. With a screened porch for serene naps and an outdoor shower area surrounded by beautiful flowering foliage, this raised cottage is ideal for kayaking enthusiasts. Inside, enjoy comfortable furnishings in the living/dining/kitchen area with seating for 8.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch.

#01187T2
1608 Chatham Ave, Tybee Island, GA, 31328

NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDEDCONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT

!****
This gorgeous raised Tybee cottage is situated near the Back River, the public dock and just down the block from Alley 3 kayak launch.
This cottage boasts a ground level area with beautiful flowering foliage and an outdoor shower with a really cute changing area. There are rinsing areas for gear and places to hang/dry gear. The perfect cottage (location and amenities) for kayak enthusiasts!
Moving upstairs, there is a wonderful screened porch for awesome beach naps! How much better can it get at a beach house??!! What's better than a nap with a salty ocean breeze! Also, there's additional unscreened porch area with lots of comfy outdoor seating.
Come inside and you are on the main floor. There are 3 bedrooms on this level; master bedroom with king bed and attached bathroom, 2nd bedroom with queen bed and 3rd bedroom with double bed. Also a 2nd bathroom located in the hall on this level. On the top floor, you will find the beautiful living/dining/kitchen area of the cottage. House is configured this way to take advantage of the awesome views from the top floor!
Enjoy your complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests!
Comfortable casual furnishings, flatscreen TV as well as a fully equipped kitchen and dining area with seating for 8. There is a 4th bedroom on the top floor with queen bed. Also a full bath on this floor. All bedrooms have flatscreen TVs.
Complimentary off-street parking for 3 cars.
Minimum Age Requirement: Must be 25 years of age to rent this property.
PLEASE NOTE: LONGER MINIMUM STAY (UP TO 7 NIGHTS) MAY BE REQUIRED DURING CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.
PARTY POOPER ALERT:
*NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT THIS PROPERTY*
PLEASE NOTE: EVENTS (WEDDINGS, PARTIES, ETC.) ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY OF OUR HOMES. HOME OCCUPANCY IS STATED AND YOU CANNOT HAVE GUESTS OVER THIS OCCUPANCY LIMIT.


5% Discount for Military, Educators, AAA and AARP
Ask us about Special Off-Season rates!
STVR License #STR2025-0733

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • 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

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
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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 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

Property is also known as

1181-130257

About the neighborhood

Located on a river, this cottage is in South Beach, a neighborhood in Tybee Island. Battery Garland and Fort Screven are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Island Miniature Golf and Games and Savannah Bend Marina. Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Tybee Island Marine Science Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Tybee Island, GA

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sting Ray's Seafood Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪A-J's Dockside Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch.?

As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch. on Oct 6, 2025 start from $299.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch. 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).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Easy walk to the beaches, pier, shops & restaurants. Large screened porch. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elise B.

Vitamin Sea is perfect!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We couldn’t love Vitamin Sea and the Mermaids more. Our family (2 grandparents, 2 parents, and 3 kids) have all the space we need to enjoy the most perfect location on Tybee!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Perfect rental on Tybee!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at Tybee! This was the perfect place for us to stay with our toddler and in laws! We would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Vitamin Sea for the WIN

The house is gorgeous and spacious. Great location, close to beach, restaurants and shops. Only suggestions would be to update the beds, provide more towels (washcloths and hand towels) in bathrooms and perhaps a bigger water heater. If more than one shower being used at once, water is lukewarm. We loved the outside decks with seating and the open concept on third floor.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Tybee Saint Patrick's day

We had 3 couples, plenty of space for everyone. Close to downtown. Beds were very comfy. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea M.

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

Great location and lots of great porches

Great house and great location. We loved the porches!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

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

great time

fantastic location and great fun even with the storms
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene C.

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

Awesome

This house is a hidden gem.... Would recommend to anyone ... The pictures do not do it justice and the location is great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart C.

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

Tybee Cottage

Perfect location for the beach as well as bars and restaurants. Porches are great to sit outside in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ebony C.

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

Eb

Everything was great. Lovely home
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tyler k.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay, property management were amazing. walking distance to plenty of places to eat and drink! 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eunji R.

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

Great House

The house had plenty of space for 7 adults. It was beautiful and located conveniently near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

Great house!

Beautiful spacious home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hilary W.

Another Wonderful Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We adore the Vitamin Sea. Very comfortable house, great location and the porches are terrific.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey A.

A little Vitamin Sea

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group of two small families really enjoyed our stay at Vitamin Sea! It was well-appointed, comfortable, and a short walk to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

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

Great stay!

We had a fantastic time at this house! It is beautiful and clean. Plenty of space for our group of 7. The property manager was so easy to communicate with and extremely accommodating when I made a special request to adjust the check-in time. Would absolutely stay here again when in Tybee Island!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Awesome weekend. VRBO app interface and property manager communication not efficient or super helpful. Great house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Wonderful Home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is just lovely, roomy, clean, well equipped! Amazing location close to everything. Mermaid Cottages management is also fantastic, quick to respond and checked in several times to make sure we were happy.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hilary W.

Another Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great week at the Vitamin Sea. The house is very comfortable and has a great location. We especially love the porches. The Mermaids are also very helpful with anything you need.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Timeka E.

Meka' s Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Conveniently located near beach shore and pier. It was a great experience. Vitamin Sea was an absolutely beautiful cottage with beautiful views. The mermaids Tammy and Diane were wonderful.

6/10 Okay

Anna R.

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

Management

Received a phone call from the manager telling us her worker drove by and told her we “had a bunch of people at the house”. Really? House sleeps 8 and we had 7. Strike 1. Then we discover that for a house that sleeps 8 (4 bedrooms) there is only 2 parking spaces. So one of our cars has to park on the grass. The manager told us we might get a ticket. Strike 2. They need to provide parking tags for the cars is this is an issue. She said they couldn’t afford them because they were 300 a year. Seriously?! A small price to pay for making sure your guests don’t get a ticket. I will never use Mermaid Cottages again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Genna J.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been coming to Tybee and staying at this house for several years now. You can’t beat the location. The house is perfect size for 8 adults. However, they do need to replace mattresses in a few of the bedrooms,and living room furniture. They are quite worn out, and the living room furniture only seats about 5 adults.

10/10 Excellent

Taylor F.

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

Amazing!!

We had such a wonderful time at this property! It was clean, spacious, bright, and everything we hoped for. It is in a safe walkable area that is a super short walk to the beach. We had such a wonderful experience with the property manager and the cleaning crew. They were great at communicating promptly, accommodating our needs, and being flexible with us. I could not recommend this property enough if you are coming to the area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Erin B.

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

Vitamin Sea Tybee Island Visit

Overall, our family really enjoyed the visit at Vitamin Sea. The house has enough space for all of us. A few items that we mentioned to the management company was the dishwasher wasn’t working snd we found mouse droppings in the kitchen, which we had to clean up
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay

Mermaid is a pleasure to deal with for property. Great customer service! Property is just like picture and description!!!! Property is in great location and was spacious for our family and everyone was comfortable. Property was well equipped with everything you need for a stay. Family had a great time! We had an issue with ice maker (didnt work) and the mermaids brought us ice within an hour:) Only recommendation would be to update a bit (sheets , towels )and move furniture on deck out of the line of rain. If it rains and it it did on us can’t use deck (which is amazing wrapping around house) as it gets soaked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Nice location and decent home but definite shortcomings

Upside... -House is located about a block and 1/2 from a sandy beach inlet...good for beach activities and fishing. It's also about 5 to 6 blocks from the main tourist/entertainment strip and regular beach. -Has good porch furniture for night time visiting/games/dining/etc. -Nice wood floors. -Nice first level outside shower. -Nice master bathroom & shower. -Lots of parking (although some is under a pear tree that is dropping bad pears on the vehicle) -Laundry room has good machines...on bottom level floor. -Was very clean when we arrived. -WIFI was good. Downside... -The house is tall (aka. lots of stairs so be aware of that) but has no view. (Bottom level has outside shower and laundry room, Second level has master bedroom/bathroom and 2 other bedrooms and a full bathroom, Third level has bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room. Second and third levels both have wrap around porches). -Uncomfortable beds...you can try them all but all will leave your back stiff. -Basic xfinity cable with parental locks...finally got guy out to take off the locks but limited cable selection anyway. -All TV's are small. -Items are dated. Livingroom sofa/chairs are ok but dated. Dishwasher had top rack sprayer was broken made it impossible to wash top rack items. -Cabinets full of glasses, plates, etc...limited space for food. -My biggest complaint is the check in/out times. The check in/out procedures were easy; however, check in is at 4 pm...that is very late and may as well just consider the first day there a throw-away. Check out is surprisingly early as well, 10am. Not a fan of these hours at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020