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Pet Friendly | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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 | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees

Welcome to Bide-A-Wee Bungalow at 1729 1/2 Bruce Drive on Saint Simons Island, managed by Emmons Realty. This 2-bedroom cottage is a cozy place for up to 6 people, and it’s just a block away from the beach.

When you step inside, you’ll notice some cool modern art on the walls which gives the place a unique feel. The living room has a sleeper sofa for extra guests. There’s also a TV here to catch up on your favorite shows.

In the bedroom, you’ll find a comfy queen bed and another TV. The bathroom has a walk-in shower which is nice and refreshing after a day outside.

The bunk room, along with the new bathroom and sitting area featuring a television, is a recent addition to the home.

The kitchen might be small, but it is mighty - having everything you need to prepare a vacation's worth of meals. There’s a regular coffee maker to brew your morning cup, a small oven with four burners, and a microwave. You can enjoy your meals at the kitchen bar with two seats or at the table with two more seats.

Outside, there’s a charcoal grill ready for some BBQ. And don’t worry about parking; there's space for three cars.

So, if you’re looking for a hip place with some neat art close to the beach, Bide-A-Wee Bungalow is the spot. Plus, with Emmons Realty managing the place, you know you’re in good hands. The home is located just 5 blocks north of the Coast Guard Station.

Free Wifi and Air Conditioned. Driveway is 102 inches wide. No refunds will be given for inability to fit into Driveway.

Every one of our properties is furnished with a “starter kit” of supplies so that you don't have to run to the store at the start of your vacation.

2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
1 roll of paper towels
2 trash bags
2 laundry detergent pods
2 dishwasher soap pods

To protect your vacation investment and avoid deposits lost to cancellation, Emmons Realty strongly recommends the purchase of Travel Insurance.

Deposit Policy:
$500 will be charged to your card at the time of reservation, a deposit which will be applied directly to your rental cost. The remainder will be charged automatically, 30 days prior to your arrival. If you’ve contacted us through Homeaway or VRBO, you will be responsible for their additional fees. Our online calendar is updated automatically, and all quotes are accurate and include all fees.

Pet Policy: Properties designated as pet-friendly require a $99 non-refundable pet fee. Only dogs are accepted. Cats are not allowed. Emmons Realty accepts a maximum of 2 dogs, with a maximum weight of 65lbs per dog. Dogs must be at least 1 year old. We cannot allow pit bulls. No exceptions will be made for any part of this policy.

Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate #105550

Property manager

Emmons Realty

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

2188-256489

About the neighborhood

Map
Saint Simons Island, Georgia

What's nearby

  • Massengale Park - 16 min walk
  • Bloody Marsh Battle Site - 3 min drive
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 4 min drive
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 5 min drive
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Porch - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees located?

Located in East Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of East Beach and World War II Home Front Museum. Massengale Park and Glynn Visual Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Pet Friendly | 500 feet to East Beach | No Host Fees Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 124 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!
Anytime I come to the beach on a solo trip, this is the place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation at beach very comfy bed
Very comfy and convenient to everything. I would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
I have stayed at this property numerous times. It is perfectly located and appointed for my short stays. I look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, good price
Fabulous location, good price. The property is shabby, but I was comfortable there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Beach Cottage
We had a wonderful stay at this cute beach cottage. Great location, extremely clean and comfortable, and very responsive owners. Was exactly what we needed for a little get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay
Great location. Quite neighbors. Tight squeeze into the driveway so just beware if you have a large truck. We had an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great return stay!
Always great to be back. Perfect for a couple. Great location. Always a flawless check in. Great host! Will definitely return. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described
This was our third stay at this property. We like the location near the beach. It's a basic cottage, which is perfect for the 2 of us and our dog
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Hideaway Cottage
Enjoyed staying in this cozy cottage. Very comfortable with nice bed linens, comfortable seating in living area and good hvac control. Kitchen had all we needed. Very quiet and near family. Walking the East Beach neighborhood is always a pleasure (except August!).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

randy a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
We will come back....
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat!
Being a teacher is stressful! I left the day school was dismissed for teachers. I stayed 12 nights. This was the perfect tranquil location for me to reclaim my motivation and recharge. The cottage afforded me all the necessary amenities. The beach was a short 5 minute walk. I’d definitely stay there again.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Stacy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach bed
There was sand in the bed when I arrived. But, it is the beach. So, I brushed it off and slept just fine. Overall the house was just fine. Just the right size for me and my dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in East Beach
Small basic bungalow in great location, close to public beach access and wonderful neighborhood for walking. Otherwise the property itself is well used: chipped plates, bleached stained towels, lumpy sofa. Window AC that had a musty smell when turned on. But everything was very clean and everything worked; I can deal with the rest as this obviously is a great price for a 1-2 person rental on this end of St. Simons.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Nancy R., Westhampton, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Near Beach
We enjoyed a 3 week stay near East Beach with our dog. Positives were the cottage is located in a nice, walkable neighborhood and a few blocks from the beach. As described on the site this is a clean, older, one bedroom cottage, comfortable and suitable for 2 people and our dog. Negatives were there is no yard (besides the driveway), no beach chairs, yard was not raked, small charcoal grill which wasn't clean, no lids for the pots. Owner was responsive when we had a problem with a drain and quickly fixed the issue.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Melanie A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t let the pictures fool you!!
The cottage is very old and run down. It’s located down a small alley that a small car can hardly go down. Limbs sticking out that will scratch your vehicle. JUNKYARD out the living room and kitchen windows. Furniture is old and floors are very old and uneven. Bathroom Floor is nasty and broken. Shower grout and tile is molded and gross!! Water hardly comes out of the shower nozzle! Appears nice and quaint in the pictures but it’s anything but that!! You’re literally in the back yard of another house with no privacy!! And it’s not six houses from the beach. It takes a lot for me to complain but this cottage needs LOTS of work!! My advice is to spend alittle more and get something nice!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rick C., Rockingham, Vermont USA

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Pros & Cons
There are many appealing aspects to this cottage--10 minute walk to dog-friendly beach, attractive and safe neighborhood, shaded off-street parking & comfy furniture. Biggest downside for us was total lack of ventilation. Every window is painted shut and there wasn't a screen to be seen. 2 noisy air conditioners put on "fan only" were the only option for fresh air but we had to shut them off to sleep. Mostly peaceful area until weekend when we had to ask rowdy renters in next door pool to stop yelling at 1:30am.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Affordable and close to the beach!
We had a great time at this cottage. It is a five minute walk to the beach, which we appreciated. The cottage was as described, other than the bed is advertised as a queen but is definitely only a double/full. It was fine for us, though. The house itself was generally very clean. The dishes/cooking stuff had been only questionably washed (food residue mostly), and there were bugs (mostly flying ants) in the house, but only what you would expect in an older house on the coast. They didn't bother us but some people may be disturbed. We appreciated having a grill to use. Bikes were available, but at the time, only one was a regular adult bicycle. The other adult bikes were a tricycle style, which we did not use. There were also beach chairs available, which was great. The driveway is tight, but the owner makes you aware of that ahead of time and it was very easy with my little car. There is a plant near the entrance that will definitely touch your car (could be cut back possibly?), just something to be aware of it you are the type of person who that may bother. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Meggan B.

Dirty
Ben was very accommodating up until our arrival. The house would have been a better review but when we got there it was very dirty. There was food stuck to the stove and stains on the bedsheets. There was mud or dirt all over the bathroom floor and the wood floor throughout the house looked like it hadn't been swept in a long time. The bathroom looked like it hadn't been cleaned since the last guest stayed there. I cleaned it the night we arrived. I texted (preferred contact method) and emailed Ben that night and asked for a refund so we could find somewhere else to stay. I didn't hear back until the day before we left so we stayed at the house not knowing if we would receive a refund or not. Fortunately, the weather was great when we stayed in Georgia, so we spent most of our time outside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

2/10 Terrible

Pam G., Hiawassee, GA USA

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lacks accessibility, loud and junky
No mention of limited access until I received the check in instructions the day before arrival. We drove 8 hours. Upon arrival saw the super narrow entry- full size trucks and SUVs should not attempt. Construction in front of home and around- very noisy. Carport filled with junk. Openings under home. Construction equipment in parking area. Outside shots are limited in listing- this is probably why. Owner Ben was nice and tried to offer some solutions- park down the street, etc. These were unacceptable for the duration of our stay. We turned around and drove 8 hours back home. Very disappointed. Trying to get some $$ refunded due to missing information in listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Tami N.

Good for what we needed
This small bungalow was fine for my daughter and myself for just under a week. It is an extremely quiet area and is conveniently located to East Beach and a short drive to The Village which is our favorite area of SSI. The bed and bath were clean and the bed was comfy. The draw backs for us were: the very unclean frig, coffee pot and microwave. The driveway was scary to navigate in a mid size SUV so I would definitely caution anyone with a larger vehicle. There isn't central air in the home but rather two window units (I didn't pay attention to when considering the home ~ my bad). The units kept the home very comfortable (98 degrees outside during our stay) with the addition of the ceiling fan but did prove noisy for this light sleeper ~ earplugs did the trick! The bathroom was tiny for two ladies and we learned the hard way not to flush or run hot water elsewhere while the other was showering...not really a big issue, just a learning curve. All in all, this is a quaint, conveniently located home that would be great for two travelers to consider when choosing to visit SSI. The owner is easy to work with and answers questions/emails promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Jamie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Short trip:)
Everything on line describes the super small house. The drain in the bathroom does back up when you shower. There is a large crack in the bathroom floor by the toilet. The furniture in the living room looks bad and worn out. The TV in the living room also did not work so we could only watch tv from the bedroom. The air conditioners were old with a very musty smell and were unclean. My husband cleaned the air vents. What is not described is all the junk around the house. Both in the carport with the run down golf cart with junk all over it and the junk that you looked at from the living room window. Truly looked like you were in the middle of a junk yard with the unkept landscape. The access to the property is between a fence and a concrete pole and 9 feet clearance is generous. Additionally to walk to the beach beyond the public access you had to walk through a marsh. Just be prepared. The lack of outdoor space and access to a hose in front of the house was a problem for us. There is one if you want to go through the junk in the carport but I was not comfortable with that.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Ken S., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Get-A-Way
My wife and I celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary at SSI. We booked this cottage based on location, description and price. The owner was very responsive to all inquiries and very easy to work with. The beach cottage is not exactly as described on VRBO as "newly renovated bungalow". The kitchen is the only room that has been renovated, the rest of the cottage does have fresh paint but, the living area furniture is old and tired, the bedroom has old carpet with the tack strip nails poking through the threshold into the bathroom, it looks like a dog had chewed the legs on the little eating table as well as the back of the front door and the outside car port has lots of junk from the renovation and work on the main house. So, I would hardly say "newly renovated". The definite plus for the cottage is its location and privacy. It is a simple, one bedroom cottage tucked back behind the main house and is very private and quite. East Beach is a wonderful residential neighborhood and the beach is a short walk away; however, I would suggest you use a beach caddie to carry your beach equipment. When we checked into the cottage, we were very disappointed with the lack of cleanliness of the cottage.. There were several dirty dishes in the kitchen, the open shelves in the kitchen were dusty, the kitchen counter and stove top were dirty, there was some dirt/food on the wall above the little table and the floor needed sweeping. We ended up having to spend an hour cleaning the place before we felt comfortable using the place. That being said, once we cleaned the place up, we had a wonderful week at the cottage and SSI.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Allison H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Okay, but we had a few issues
I never leave reviews, but I felt I needed to address a couple of issues with the property. I want to start by saying that we stayed here last year, and it was great. The property was clean last year, and it was the perfect size place for my family. This year upon our arrival, we noticed the property was not nearly as clean as it was for our previous stay. When we arrived, my husband noticed some trash that was thrown out the back door by the previous guest. There was also food left in refrigerator by the previous guest as well as a dirty pan left on the stove, and the dishes were not clean. The cleaning service didn't clean these before we arrived. My husband wondered if the bed linens had been changed by the cleaning service, but there was a spare set of bed linens and we changed them to sleep. He took photos of everything upon our arrival in case there were any issues so that we could show the condition of the property when we got there if we needed to. I'm not one to complain so I didn't bother the owner with the issues. Since we had been quarantined our family was just glad to be on vacation, and we just dealt with it. I always try to leave the property in good condition when we leave. I swept the property the night before we left the next morning and I stripped the bed linens and put them in a pile with the dirty towels for the cleaning service's convenience. I'm not sure why there was such a difference. I would think there would almost have to be a change in the cleaning company from last summer. The owner has always been such a great host. That is why we booked the property to stay there again this year. We still had a great time, and the location is fantastic. We just had to deal with some cleanliness issues upon our arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place with one caviat
Loved the ease of everything about this property. It’s very well taken care of and the rental company is super easy to work with. We will be back but will probably stay somewhere on the beach next time… or rent a golf cart to get around, as it does seem a bit far in the heat for bikes to get to pier, shopping, beach, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Shelby E.

Beach get away
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location to beach. Abundance of dining options. Small but had everything we needed. Great place for our dog. Very limited space for the dog to do his business. Shower was old and grout needed cleaning. Once we adapted it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024