Located on quintessential vintage St. Simons Island, This Is It offers a family-friendly oceanfront retreat with an expansive living room and dining area boasting panoramic Atlantic Ocean views. Relax in the heated pool or unwind on the sunning deck overlooking the water's edge.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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.
Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool
This Is It — This classic oceanfront cottage is quintessential vintage St. Simons Island.
This spot is perhaps one of the best on the island. Every sunrise is pure magic.
[Special Discounts] Enter these dates to see discounted rates: May 11-15, 2026 (up to 4 nights)
THE SPACE The first floor is designed as a place for your family to enjoy one another and enjoy the beach and heated pool. The large living room and dining room provides ocean views from nearly every spot - back of the house is a wall of windows looking out over the Atlantic Ocean with views of the Sea Island.
King guest bedroom: Off the great room, there is a large guest room with attached bath with ocean front view and features a king bed, flat screen TV and en-suite bath. This room will accommodate up to 2 people.
The second floor features 3 bedrooms to accommodate up to 6 people.
Primary king guest bedroom: The master bedroom has an ocean front view and features a king bed, flat screen TV, en-suite bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower.
King guest bedroom: The second room has an ocean front view and king bed. There's a big flat screen TV.
Twin guest bedroom: The third bedroom has a twin bed, big flat screen TV, and lots of natural light from floor to ceiling windows.
As you will note in our photos, the house backs up directly to the ocean and you can walk past one house to access the sand.
Ocean views are panoramic from inside the house, the sound of the ocean waves is so relaxing, and the aroma of salt air is unmistakable so close to the water's edge.
The ocean front pool is like no other option on St Simons. The ocean facing side has a sunning deck that hosts 4 beach chairs so you can enjoy the sun, views, and sounds of the water without leaving the back yard. There is also a large covered porch off the living room that provides shade while you enjoy all the views and ocean breezes. The pool can be heated for a $75/night fee. (see details)
"This Is It" with all its nostalgia and St. Simons memorabilia is perhaps the most unique and beautiful place you can stay when you visit our island.
Why Stay on East Beach: The stretch of beach along the ocean side of St. Simons Island is known as East Beach. A quant neighborhood of single-family homes begins at the access point of the U.S. Coast Guard Station at the northern tip and ends at the southern point of Gould's Inlet by access of Bruce Drive, which runs down the center of East Beach. The Coast Guard Station houses the present home to the World War II Home Front Museum.
MORE INFO Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surcharges attached to your reservation.
Pets: This is not a pet friendly home.
Heated Pool: This property offers a heated pool option. The cost is $75/night+tax and can be added up to 48 hours before arrival. Let us know if you'd like to heat the pool!
No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general.
Minimum Age: Must be 25 + to book, or age 30 + on GAFL weekend (last weekend in October) For GAFL weekend (last weekend in October), guests must be age 30 + or kids with their parents, no student groups. We cannot make exceptions for that weekend.
No Events: No events or parties. No overnight guests beyond the original booking group.
Tax Certificate: #126822
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
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
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Whale watching 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)
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 not allowed
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 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
About the neighborhood
Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in East Beach, a neighborhood in St. Simons Island. Bloody Marsh Battle Site and Sea Island Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Shops at Sea Island and Glynn Place Mall. Summer Waves Water Park and Massengale Park are also worth visiting. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our St. Simons Island travel guide
Does Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool located?
Located in East Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) 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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Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/Pool Reviews
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This is our favorite house on st Simon’s! Even when you are inside you feel like you are on the beach because of the incredible views from the entire house!
We had an awesome New Year’s trip to St Simon’s, and this house was the perfect place to stay. Right on the water on East Beach. Pool was heated and very usable despite the season.
Property was in a great location with fabulous views. Pool was refreshing during the heat of the day. House was fantastic plenty of room for all 8 of us. Would stay here again!
95% of everything here was perfect. Including location, comfort and amenities. The washer was broke and not replaced until next to last day of our stay which was inconvenient and one of the sliding glass doors was completely busted and never replaced. All in all it was a great place for family. A few touch ups would make it perfect.
Well equipped and comfortable home. Located within 3-5 miles of restaurants and shopping - property as described in listing! Courteous and prompt communication with property management - We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property to others looking for a casual and relaxing experience!
Barbara R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey H.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
We loved our stay! Everything was so wonderful and you can’t beat the views! Nothing but ocean in front of you. The house was comfortable and welcoming. Loved it all !!
We found the interior of the house to be very comfortable and well-furnished (kitchen included). The views from each bedroom and the deck/pool area are outstanding for watching the tides change, and for the beautiful sunrises each morning. We had a couple of issues arise, but the Lighthouse team was easy to get in touch with and quick to respond. The upstairs AC went out on our last night, and they sent a repairman out within an hour to fix it, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. While not even close to a deal breaker, the deck area furnishings were a little sparse, it would be a nice touch to add additional seating and maybe a larger table so that meals could be enjoyed outside with a larger group. I would easily rate our stay as a 10 out of 10 for ease of check-in, location, quick response times from host, and price. We look forward to coming back again next year!