
Perched near Savannah, Georgia, United States of America, Tybee Island is a small city and a barrier island. It is popular for its amazing sandy beaches, making it an ideal beach vacation spot. If you want to know the best places to visit in Tybee Island, you can try visiting the Tybee Beach Pier and Pavilion, which is a perfect spot for fishing at the pier, the Tybee Island Marine Science Center, a coastal ecology center, the North Beach Tybee Island or the historic Tybee Island Light Station and Museum. Come and check out these amazing Vrbo accommodations in Mermaid Cottages, Tybee Island, Georgia.
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1. Historic cottage near South Beach (from USD 278)
The sheer space of this amazing two bedroom, one bathroom home, orginally built in 1940, will be the first thing that catches your attention. As you step into the house, the colorful living room will spell out the word comfort and tranquility. On the backyard deck, you will find outdoor furniture and BBQ grill for you to enjoy. For food lovers, you can choose to prepare your own meals in the comfort of the fully equipped kitchen or take time and visit the restaurant and shops located just close by. Each of the two bedrooms of this beautiful beach house is fitted with a television set and an additional television set, each with cable television, in the living room guaranteeing an entertaining indoor experience. The bathroom features a stand-up shower, small sink and a vanity. Please note that no washer or dryer here, but there is a laundy-mat located nearby.
Top guest reviews
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and they had to reset the box and give me new codewed rather both have an actual keyGreat getaway for 3 sisters Loved the home's history decor proximity to beach and amenitiesThe person before us did and it was not removed by cleaning crew Would return despite this "small stuff "We are all teachers and were so hoping to book this same week again next year due to our last week of school timingLocation:
The location of the house is ideal: a short walk to the beach shops and restaurantsWe loved the convenience of walking to the beach shops and restaurantsLoved staying in the Little House and convenience of being close to the beach restaurants and shopsIt was right in the perfect locationa major plus was it was walking distance to the beach and restaurantsCleanliness:
The property was very pleasant and clean bathroom and kitchen were extremely small and bedHouse was so adorable neat and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The only thing negative was it was a bit smaller than expectedHas everything you need to have fun AND save moneyThe Little House provided plenty of space for our group of 6 The location to the beachThe Little House provided plenty of space for our group of 6 The location to the beachIt was the perfect size for us and two other couples
2. Amazing four-bedroom apartment with pool (from USD 553)
Guests will love this lovely tri-level apartment that is considered to be among a handful of vacation rentals with a private swimming pool in the area. If the pool is too small for you then the beach will definitely satisfy your need for swimming space. This luxurious home features a spacious deck furnished with cozy outdoor furniture while you enjoy the breathtaking views. A set of two hammocks and an outdoor dining table are also provided for extra comfort. The space indoors is just as amazing with a nice game room provided. All three queen bedrooms have two full bathrooms. As for location, downtown Tybee, AJs, Stingrays, and the only grocery store on the island are all nearby.
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leslie was a great host and was quick to answer any questions we hadvery kid friendly my mom has low vision so we appreciated the lightingall the locals are very helpfulLocation:
the location is excellentthe house is located in a quiet neighborhood so safety is not an issuethe neighborhood was quiet and the walk to the beach was easyCleanliness:
the house was clean and the neighborhood quietRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the heated pool was also a favoritethe rooms are well equipped and the whole house has very attractive furnishings
3. Stunning antebellum-style home
This three bedroom, two and half bathroom plantation-style house is like no other. It can comfortably host a maximum of eight vacationers and boasts a fully equipped kitchen and a dining set. Relax in the living room to watch your favorite shows on the television that comes with a DVD player. This home is equipped with free Wi-Fi as well. If you love fishing, visit the Back River fishing pier. For an exciting beach experience turn towards the opposite direction to the Tybee Beach Pier and Pavilion. Best of all, while staying here, the hosts offer the Xplorie Program, which means that guests will receive one free adult admission ticket, per night stay, to attractions like dolphin tours, bike rentals and kayak rentals.
Tybee Island, Georgia, United States
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We hope to enjoy the home again next wintermorning noon and nightThis home was very nice and roomyThey updated some things after we booked ithomey and a good locationLocation:
The location was nice being near the restaurants and bars at just a block away but with non of the crowds gathering anywhere near the house EAsy access to everythingThere are very close neighborsThis house has a perfect location to the beach and downtown funThe house is in a great location - it's an easy walk to the beachMarine center shops and restaurants Joy and Kelly were a pleasure to work withCleanliness:
The house was beautiful and cleanwell kept and cared for and very cleanThis property was everything we wanted Very spacious and clean Perfect location Loved itThe house was beautifully decorated and well stockedThe house was super clean and comfortable for our family gathering NeighborhoodRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The only suggestions we have: more pans/skillets in the kitchenThe front porches are shady and roomyit's very difficult to open and closeAlso we didn't find the cushions for the chairs for the front porch until our last day thereWe loved the two front porches and the side deck
4. Luxurious cottage in a quiet residential neighborhood
Surrounded by lush green vegetation, this cottage style condo is designed to offer the ultimate peace and tranquility. This amazing four-bedroom home is all about space, no wonder it can sleep a maximum capacity of 12 guests. It is strategically nestled near the local restaurant, shops, pubs and most importantly the beach. It features a spacious patio furnished with cozy outdoor furniture and an outdoor dining area. The spacious dining room also provides the perfect relaxing area thanks to the amazing seats and the television set ready to keep the guests always entertained.
Accommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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Great friends great island great house and most of all great memoriesEveryone slept comfortably even the two babiesAlso every cabinet is bareWe have very good timeThe home was clean floors where a little dirty but overall home was well maintainedLocation:
Great location Easy walk to the beach pier restaurants and shops Very quiet neighborhoodwe still managed to enjoy an evening stroll from the house to main strip for dinner and then out to the pierWalk to beach shopsThe house and location were great just as advertisedFamily came in at different times for a Saturday beach wedding near Tybee lightCleanliness:
There were 10 of us (4 adults 6 teens )The kitchen and bathrooms are very made modernThe house is very well built and decorated and the kitchen was very well stockedThe photographer even took photos in the bed and bath areas because they were so niceRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The only thing to call out was one of the bedrooms did not have a televisionMy only compliant is that for the price it should include beach towels and beach chairskitchen needs more cooking pots and better quality in kitchen utensilsThe master bedroom and main floor screened in porches were very niceLarge kitchen was so handy
5. Gorgeous cottage near the Back River (from USD 1044)
Stay in this two-floor, four-bedroom cottage that offers a beautiful flowering foliage and an outdoor shower. There are rinsing areas for gear and places to hang and dry your gear after a fun day of kayaking. If you are not able to enjoy the views from the deck on the ground floor, then you can just change and relax on the balcony on the first floor where you will definitely have a hard time moving away from. This amazing accommodation boasts a fully equipped kitchen with a granite counter top finishing and a spacious dining room furnished with comfortable furniture. The spacious living room is elegantly furnished and offers the perfect space for guest to chill out as they watch their favorite movie on the large television set. Last, but not least, there is a private sleeping screened porch where guests can enjoy sleeping in an outdoor-like environment.
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Mermaid cottages had the best communication I have ever experienced with a rental companythe mermaids were extremely responsive and helpful with all questions and issuesThe mermaids were friendly informative and very accommodatingI was very happy with the locationI was very happy with the locationLocation:
There is a beach access right across from the house and the walk to the downtown area is a breezeVitamin Sea is a great house on Tybee with a fantasic locationThe walk to the beach took less than five minutesVitamin Sea Easy walking to restaurants and back riveris also a short walk awayCleanliness:
The house was clean and had everything you needed to relaxThe vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The couple uding that bedroom said it was very uncomfortableDelighted that we lucked up onGreat time in a beautiful clean home Beds and furniture were extremely comfortableThe master bedroom was hot at night even with the fans on we triex to kerp the AC at 75The master bathroom had a funky smell constantly
6. Recently renovated cottage home in an ideal location (from USD 359)
Step inside and see what this two bedroom, two bathroom home that sleeps six has in store for you. The comfort of the living room is just perfect with a collection of cozy couches and seats used to furnish the room. The dining space provides the perfect place to sit and enjoy your meals together. Direct your attention to the kitchen fully equipped with modern cooking appliances for you to enjoy while preparing your own meals. While here, spend some quality time visiting the beach, local restaurant, and shops and see what this amazing Island has to offer. Please note that the minimum stay here is four nights.
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answered all our questions Very genuine and wanted us to enjoy their home as much as they do Would definitely returnVery cute original Tybee cottageso bring your own Owners super friendly and helpful MakeMy wife and I stayed with our two teenage daughters and they each brought a friendOwners are extremely nice and responsive Beds are very comfortable Great mid-island location with short walk to the beachLocation:
The 2nd bedroom is only accessible through either the first bedroom or the bathroom- or by walking around house to the back door 1 5 blocks from grocery store and 3 blocks from beach access Bike ...well Located on main bike route for island which was pretty coolJim and Mary easy to deal with before tripVery short walk to the beachIt was a short walk to the beach grocery store and restaurantsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
It was tight but comfortableBring your own essentials like TP paper towelsBeds were clean and comfortable Pots and pans pretty basic but dishwasher workedMy only complaint is that we needed a few more towels and wash clothsOnly negatives were they do not provide any staples such as coffee or hand soap etc very limited amount of toilet paper and paper towels
7. Apartment with an amazing rustic finish design
Enjoy your stay in this wooden floor apartment that is perfectly located near the beach that can perfectly host a maximum of two guests making it the perfect place for two lovebirds to nest. The indoor entertainment is covered by the television set mounted on the wooden wall as well as internet connection. If you need something to eat, you can choose to either prepare a meal in the fully equipped kitchen or visit the local shops and restaurant and see which exciting delicacy you can get. Tybee Island Pier and Pavilion and the Tybee Marine Science Center are also nearby.
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well taken care of Storescomfortably Location was fantastic Great vacation experienceSo hopefully this is being addressed sooner than laterare close for all the essentialsI even tried to buy some on the island to leave but couldn't find any I will say that over all its a good value for a beach rental and Tybee Vacation Rentals does a great job handling the propertyLocation:
and since it was late we used the small backup blanket that nightIt was in a perfect place to walk to the beach restaurants and storesBesides that this is a great place and impressively well managedfirst group were loud second were goodBeech walk 3 is very niceCleanliness:
room was clean and cute and convenient to everythingClean beautifully decorated and close to the beach and local eating/shopsGood location nice and clean and comfortable only downside was that you can hereRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Had a wonderful short stay Beautiful vintage beach decor Great use of spaceThis unit is advertised to sleep up to 4The sofa/futon was basically unusable to the point sitting on it was just uncomfortableWould recommend if not concerned over ability to spread out in the evenings but again plenty of outdoor seating available to extend your spaceIt was easy checking in and out
8. Condo with shared rooftop pool close to the pier
This amazing condo has a unique design that perfectly utilizes space, making sure you enjoy just the right amount of space in each room. It starts off with the outdoor area which is furnished with cozy outdoor furniture, a perfect place to relax as you enjoy the views. Then, there is a well-equipped and upgraded kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances that make it easy for guests to prepare their own meals. It is finished off with the beautifully furnished living room fitted with a large television set and ceiling to floor glass doors, which direct a steady stream of light into the house enhancing its beauty. Enjoy free high-speed internet/Wi-fi here. Best of all, the beach, pier, shopping and restaurants are all easy walking distance from this amazing accommodation and there is a shared roof top pool, making it the perfect vacation spot.
Top guest reviews
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The only thing I did not know about was the fee trip advisor charged usWhen we first arrived to Tybee we had a bit of trouble finding the place our navigation took us to the wrong addressIt overlooks not only some of the oceanThe owners were very responsive when we contacted themWe did have a couple of issues butLocation:
the beach just one block away restaurants and shopsand if you are so inclined there are a few bars within walking distance tooWe loved the convenience of the location and it was surprisingly quietIt's an easy 2 block walk to the beach to restaurants bars but just far enough away to have peace & quietGreat location in Tybee Clean and comfortable Building was easy to accessRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Only downside would be the parking spaceThe parking was a little tight but manageableThe pool on the rooftop was quiet and a nice surpriseThe pool on the roof was excellenteither Hallways are dingy and rooftop pool is dilapidated
9. Luxurious condo near the ocean
Enjoy your stay in this luxurious two bedroom, two bathroom condo nestled on a perfect piece of land near the ocean. It comes with a fully equipped kitchen for guests to enjoy while preparing their own meals. The seats in the beautiful living rooms provide the perfect chilling spot as you enjoy watching a movie on the large television set provided. If you want to watch YouTube videos online or just chat with your friends and upload your vacation photos to Instagram internet connection is provided. If you have enough time spent indoors, take a short walk and visit the beach or visit the local shops, and restaurants just meters away from this amazing place.
Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy :
Top guest reviews
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He did not show up They promised he would arrive by noon the next dayNext renters should have tubs that drain wellWe contacted the property management company the next morningI was more than happy with the locationI was more than happy with the locationLocation:
We enjoyed the location to the beaches and shopping restaurants and groceryWalking distance to the beach and shopsIt's within walking distance of so much in TybeeI usually stay in Savannah and really enjoyed this change of paceIt as a mere 5 min walk to the beach and close to local restaurants and barsCleanliness:
The property was clean and in good conditionThe property was very well decorated and very cleanEverything was clean and the location was excellentThe vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The street lights light up the room at night when you're trying to sleep I like the room dark during the night Thank youThere was plenty of room for:The rating is a 5 I would like to suggest to install some curtains in the master bedroomIt appeared someone had tried to break inThis became apparent the evening we arrived
10. Family- and pet-friendly cottage
Marvel at the beauty and comfort of this four-bedroom cottage that can comfortably sleep a maximum of ten guests. Relax on the spacious deck while enjoying home cooked meals prepared in the fully equipped kitchen. A bonus here is that the home is right next to a grocery store. But, if you prefer to spend your day just chilling in the cottage, the living room provides the perfect space thanks to the collection of cushy couches combined with a perfectly mounted television set and internet connection. You will feel like you never left home!! Last, but not least, the master bedroom comes with a private bathroom and a television set that is mounted just above the changing mirror giving guests the perfect view as they cuddle up watching a movie in bed.
Accommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
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right next door was SO convenientLoved being next door to the IGAWe were so appreciated the Christmas Tree waiting for us when we arrivedHouse is great for our big familybut we made them work The IGA next to the propertyLocation:
Great access to beach Everything within walking distanceThink they could update stove but other wise Not bad People who work through Tybee Island RentalsThe house was just what we were looking for Plenty of space for our group of 9 plus a good locationThis location was perfect for what we needed Process of checking in and out was easyand we really liked visiting tybee islandRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
As mentioned in the other views the bathroom were smallThe decor is aged and everything in the place looks oldAll of the bedroom doors have slat louvresWish the bathroom was a little largerso you can turn off it shines in bedroom window
11. Swanky cottage with pool and hot tub near beach (from USD 618)
Make the most of your summer outing on Tybee Island by staying in this colorful and whimsical cottage close to the beach. This spacious accommodation has a heated pool and a hot tub, offering guests other ways to relax without having to go seaside. It can sleep up to eight people in comfort and features great amenities like Wi-Fi, smart TVs, air-conditioning, ping-pong table, and more. A fully equipped kitchen, toiletries, beach toys, and other conveniences are also provided.
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the owner was so helpful with anything we neeedmissy was a fantastic host and quick to respond to any questionsmissy was a perfect host and was readily available to answer any of our questionsit is well appointed and the owner is very responsivemissy was a great host and was always very helpfulLocation:
nice house in a great locationthe house is adorable and was walking distance to the beachit’s an easy nice walk to the beachit is in a great location to everything and the kids love itall in all great place and we’d come backCleanliness:
the house was clean and well-stocked and the beds were comfortablethe property was very clean and great locationthe salty mermaid is a fantastic cottage on tybee island the property is super clean and very nicely decoratedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we were very entertained the cozy porch wings were a favorite to have coffee on every morningwe loved the heated pool and hot tubthe heated pool was a favorite but we also loved the porch swingsthe front porch double day bed swings were one of our favorite amenitiesthe kitchen is open and clean with all the amenities
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It is funny how we always think that we have to stay in posh hotels near the beach to enjoy our vacation. These accommodations provide the best opportunity to enjoy that perfect beach holiday in a place where they can feel comfortable and at home away from home.
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