Located in the heart of East Beach, Seashell Cottage offers a warm and welcoming retreat with an open floor plan, spacious pool deck, and private screened porch. Enjoy family-friendly amenities like a grilling area, comfy sun room, and fully equipped kitchen with newer appliances.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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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.
Pet Friendly and with a private pool!
Welcome to the Seashell Cottage! This single-story 2,200 square foot East Beach cottage is only 5 houses from the 12th Street East Beach access. This family friendly home has all of the amenities you could want: A lovely open floor plan with family room, comfy sun room, screened porch, dining for 10, Pool with spacious pool deck, grilling area, and privacy fencing. The airy master suite has a king bed, direct access to the screened porch for morning coffee and a large walk-in closet (great for the pack-n-play at the house). The guest suite has another king bed and looks onto the courtyard. The large third bedroom sleeps 6 with with two sets of bunk beds and trundles. A full bath rounds out this sleeping area. There are flat screen TV's with HD TV in each bedroom and the family room and DVD player in the living room. Videos, books, cable, WiFi internet service, and games make this cottage feel like home. The fully equipped kitchen with newer appliances adds to the charm and homeyness.
The cottage is located 4 blocks from Goulds Inlet and, for all of you kayakers and crabbers, and a few blocks from Bloody Marsh creek. We're about a mile from the Crab Trap and Crab Daddys and about 2 miles up the beach from the SSI lighthouse and pier area, which is packed with more great seafood restaurants, quaint shops, large public pool and mini-golf.
Don't forget to bring the pups! This property is pet friendly and will accommodate up to 2 dogs, for an additional pet fee of $150. Any group gatherings and events at this property are limited to the number of occupants (10 persons). Events such as weddings, rehearsal dinners, etc. are not permitted.
*Xfinity Stream is available for all TVs*
Bedding Includes: 2 Kings, 2 Bunks with trundles
Maximum Occupancy: 10
Beach Gear Credit Now Included Hodnett Cooper has partnered with VayK Gear, a beach delivery service provider to offer beach gear rentals to Hodnett Cooper guests in participating properties. Confirm a new reservation with Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals at a participating property with length of stay between 2 – 14 nights, arriving March thru October, and receive a daily credit from VayK Gear towards beach gear rentals during the stay! Use your credit for adult and children's bicycles, chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, boogie boards, coolers, cornhole and more – the choice is yours!”
Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate #STMA-10
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the sea
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)
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 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 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
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
About the neighborhood
Located by the sea, this vacation home is in East Beach, a neighborhood in St. Simons Island. World War II Home Front Museum and Glynn Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Mildred Huie Museum at Mediterranean House. Summer Waves Water Park and Massengale Park are also worth visiting. Visit our St. Simons Island travel guide
Is Pet Friendly and with a private pool! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pet Friendly and with a private pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pet Friendly and with a private pool!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pet Friendly and with a private pool! located?
Located in East Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of East Beach and World War II Home Front Museum. Massengale Park and Glynn Visual Arts are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Pet Friendly and with a private pool! Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We haven't been to St. Simon's in many years so it was nice to go and to stay in a home in the East Beach section of the island. The house was clean, had great space to hang out (we had 7 people), was well-located. The beach access is very close. The actual walk to the beach takes a few minutes b/c of the dept of the dunes, which is wonderful to see. It was so nice to have the pool. We would absolutely stay here again! Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Like some have mentioned: this place has seen better days. Interior needs updating as does the landscaping. There is a small area of concrete missing from the driveway as well. Pool is a nice asset, but small. With that said, it is in a great neighborhood and close to the inlet. Overall it was a good stay, but it probably isn't worth the money; we wouldn't go back.
Location was great. The home is older but inside was good size to accomodate 10 people if you have teenagers and 4 parents. It was clean. Baths could use updating but were clean. Pool wasnt clean but maintance came to check it out on a Sunday after we called. It was cleaner after he reset timer. I think it may need new vacum but i'm no expert. Had all dishes and towels u need. Priced good for home.
This is a great house for a beach vacation. Plus it had a pool and was dog friendly.
Alan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie J.
12 October 2018
Awesome place. Pool was a huge plus to our stay.
The house was awesome. Clean, well stocked and plenty of room. The huge TV played Alabama football! Very close to the beach with many accesses to choose from.
Super location, very close walking distance to beach. The house was older but well kept and great for our needs, especially because it was dog friendly! No window coverings in the main living/dining space which was a little uncomfortable, and the pool was much smaller than how it appears in the picture, but again, the quiet location of this home to the beach makes up for any negatives! Thanks for a nice stay in SSI!
This was our first visit to this property and the neighborhood. A really relaxing place with room to spread out. We used every room and the pool area. The house was very clean with comfortable linens. We received lots of communication leading up to the stay and had no issues with check in or check out.
This property is super comfortable with a very pleasant beach vibe - just the right tone for a relaxing time. The neighborhood is awesome and one short block from beach access. The mattresses are very comfortable! And Hodnett Cooper, the property manager, was so helpful when we accidentally left something valuable behind. I highly recommend both Hodnett Cooper, this neighborhood, and this house.
This house was everything we wanted. Perfect size for me any extended family. Super close to the beach. Perfect sized pool, no too big, not too deep. Kitchen is definitely a little removed, but for our early morning crew, morning coffee didn't wake anyone. Will definitely return.
Lydia O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Athena S.
3 June 2019
Fantastic house and location
This house is cozy and beautiful. The location to the beach was amazing and to the shops at SSI. We loved having the pool and used it every day. The only thing we would say was a negative are the beds. They are very hard and uncomfortable so some consideration should be given to replacing them soon. Otherwise, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home.
Pedestrian friendly neighborhood. Easy walk to the beach. Located near great restaurants and shopping.
Nice Screenroom, Backyard and Pool. Overall we had a great stay. The house layout is a little odd and the lighting is not great. Couldn't figure out the lights aroundbthe pool. One suggestion: include the yard & pool maintenance schedule in the app. Especially important for those with traveling with Pets. Might be helpful to note the sprinkler timing as well as that was a bit of a shock the 1st day.
We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and in a good location. A few things needed fixing, like the dryer and backyard lights. We called and Joe with Hodnett was very helpful and responsive. I was surprised at the lack of simple amenities. Meaning only one tiny bar of soap in each bathroom and that’s all. Not one additional garbage bag or a few pods for laundry. I realize those are not necessarily included but I have stayed in many VRBO homes and they have always been included. Overall great stay!
Natalie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Daniele J.
11 June 2018
Needs More attention to the Details
Great location. Good house for 4 adults and 5 children. Owners were extremely responsive to the issues. Arrived late evening. Noticed immediately the shortage of towels. Also, huge pee stain on one of the mattresses. Both were delivered immediately the next morning. However, my kids were still disgusted by the 2 inches of dust, cob webs and dirt under the beds where the trendls were. The cleaning crew needs to be more attentive to such details. Not enough utensils. We were a group of 9. The adults waited for the kids to eat so that we could wash and use their forks. Appliances are very outdated. The stove top took 20 minutes to boil a pot of water for pasta and the oven took a really long time to get hot. If planning meals, add another 30 minutes to what it would normally take. The dryer is extremely loud and the two bikes provided are broken. The bathroom faucets also need a lot of work. Extremely difficult to turn on the showe in the master and the guest bathroom just smells old and moldy. Beautiful house with a great location. Obviously a rental property that the owners are doing the bare minimum to maintain.
My family and I had a great time. This place was a good setup for our combination of adults and kids. The 3.5 year old loved the bunk beds and the master has a large walk in closet that worked great for a pack-n-play. The pool was really nice to have as an option to the beach.
Adam K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Jennifer J.
5 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Nice cottage on East Beach
Nice property and great proximity to beach! Rental was confusing because it’s really Hodnett Cooper. Better to book through them directly because of fees. Also, check in very rigid so don’t arrive early hoping to get in sooner. Yard had some poison oak, and bushes needed trimming. Pool is small but great for what we needed. Leak in pool causing water to drop below pump level. Would recommend a key pad entry. If walking to beach with stuff would recommend going down to Gould’s inlet. Getting through dunes with cart is tough. Water pressure was excellent! Great for pets and kids!
Cute rental. Lots of entertaining space. Short walk from beach. Excellent community. We were a bit worried when we arrived. Front curb appeal not the best compared to neighbors but inside made up for it. It was nice. I wished their was a newer coffee maker and they left a few other essentials (paper towels and trash bags).
House was a little dated and there were a few things that were broken and messed up but very minor. House is very well equipped with everything we needed. The layout of the house was perfect for having an infant. Overall great experience great location thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
We really enjoyed our stay! Excellent location and amenities!
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheila G.
2 August 2018
graceful, functional, a pleasure for my family and me
My son said, "Wow, the place is great!" when he came for a few days with his wife and babies. Furnishings are tasteful and functional. All the living spaces are well-proportioned and comfortable. My only gripe is the kitchen lacks a few items: tea kettle, sharp knife. A plus: cottage comes with two bicycles and multiple beach chairs and playthings. I would definitely rent again.