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Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access

Unwind with ocean views or explore nearby art galleries. Enjoy a picnic at Neptune Park or kayak through marshes - an unforgettable getaway awaits.

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A heated pool
Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12278 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • 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.

Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access

Emil Cottage

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Featured in Coastal Magazine and HGTV, Emil Cottage is a one-of-a-kind getaway that blends eclectic beach charm with modern comfort. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by ocean views, breezy balconies, and a rooftop deck—the perfect spot for morning coffee or sunset cocktails.

Inside, the spacious and artfully designed first floor welcomes you with unique, coastal-inspired décor that sets the tone for a truly special stay. The third-floor main suite is a private retreat, complete with a wet bar and breathtaking views that will make waking up each morning a dream.

Beyond the home, enjoy access to community pools and a pavilion, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Paddle through the nearby marshes on a kayaking adventure, enjoy a picnic at Neptune Park, or discover the charm of St. Simons with its quaint shops, art galleries, and incredible dining. History lovers will enjoy a visit to the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum, while golf enthusiasts will find world-class courses just minutes away.

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Emil Cottage is the ultimate memory-maker for your St. Simons getaway!

SHARED AMENITIES
Pool

THINGS TO KNOW
Guests can walk the beach at high tide.
The pool can be heated upon request! 72 hours notification is required and a pool heat fee of $40 plus tax per day must be paid prior to check-in.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
3 days notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 40 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay.


Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 30 years of age to book. Guests under 30 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Georgia

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

General

  • Unit size: 2994 sq ft (278 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

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 and a first aid kit
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

NEW Listing Eclectic Beach W/ocean Views Balconies Shared Pools
19004

About the neighborhood

Map
Saint Simons Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Massengale Park - 11 min walk
  • Bloody Marsh Battle Site - 4 min drive
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 5 min drive
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 6 min drive
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brogen's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barbara Jean's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iguanas Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of World War II Home Front Museum and East Beach. Massengale Park and Demere Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Eclectic, airy beach cottage w/ partial ocean view, private W/D, and pool access Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Santosh A.

Great stay.. Will stay again
Accessibility to beach, 10 minutes away from great restaurants, great cleanliness, everything pre-arranged and planned

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Golf Trip
We loved your property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Fun House—convenient—clean
We enjoyed our stay so much. The house was decorated in such a fun way making it unlike anywhere we have ever stayed. The location is close to town, close to the beach…ideal really.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mallory S.

Great Stay at Emil
This house was well located. It has a quirky asthetic but it is well done. My children especially loved the juke box and the neon lobster. The house was well equipped with all necessities and very clean. Will definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

12th Annual Girls Trip
We loved all the features of the home. The location was perfect to beach and pool. The house was large enough for all 11 women to sleep comfortably. The decor was so unique but tasteful. Close enough to bike to restaurants, shops and bars. Just overall a great experience. I would highly recommend this home and hope to come back in the future!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Fun & Fab
Playful decor and lots of nooks and balconies for enjoying your company! Kitchen has everything you need! Wonderful Winter getaway!

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls’ Weekend 2023
We had a blast. The place is so cute, quaint and quirky. Lots of little nuances to get used to but easy to do. It was so spacious and roomy with a lot of places to hang out. The crows nest at night was incredible. We even got to see a satellite launch AND a fireworks show. Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Near the beach
Enjoyed the house. I think the stairs might be a problem for some. But the biggest issue was noise level of college kids renting in neighborhood until the wee hours everyday. We reported and complained. But we had four nights of interrupted sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

courtenay b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Have already left two reviews Great trip! Great House, Great location, very clean, well stocked. Steps not easy for seniors. Would not recommend for toddlers because of steps.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

jo k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
great location and great house for 8 adults
great access to the beach, great bedrooms and individual bathrooms..enjoyed the kitchen/great room space...needs updated beach chairs, ones that aren’t broken. needs to supply more trash bags, tp, paper towels, laundry detergent and dishwasher pods since there is not daily housekeeping
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great place....Terrible Customer Service
Great property and location. Terrible experience with Vacasa. Do not book anything through Vacasa and never will do it myself again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No Surprises
The property was what we expected based on the listing and the property manager was responsive when we needed parking passes that weren’t found inside the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Fantastic home- great memories!
We enjoyed everything the house, neighborhood & village had to offer. House was clean, & spacious. The layout & decor was unique & enjoyable. The jukebox was dance party HQ! Definitely not the typical cookie cutter- plain Jane -bare bones rental unit. Even on our last day we were saying “did you see that…?” The art & collectibles were such a special touch. Beautiful uncrowded beach, we paid to heat the pool & were glad because the weather was cooler than we expected. Live music in the village gazebo in the evening while we had froyo & watched the sunset & boats. We vacation several times a year & I rarely take the time to leave a review- this home is exceptional.

4/10 Poor

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location, A/C was locked
Awesome house, and should have been because we paid premium. A/C was locked at 72. I’ll never understand why renters claim the A/C will “freeze up”. I’m a homeowner in Georgia. We like it cool at night. My A/C never freezes up. On vacation, you should be able to put the temp wherever you want it. Pillows were awful as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
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8/10 Good

Linda B.

Beach Cottage
Very close to the beach. Lots of room in the house. Great beach gear.
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10/10 Excellent

Jerri S.

Great Hone Great Area Great Amenities
The kitchen has almost everything you could need and they leave you the things needed to care for your family and their home!!! awesome space - awesome place to stay. Thanks for sharing your home with us!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OUR STAY
BEAUTIFUL AND COMFORTABLE
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Second Visit!
We love everything about this home. This time we came as a family with 8 adults and 2 kids, 6 and 4. The home is cheerful and whimsical and is perfect for gathering everyone together on the main level for games and meals and dance parties with the wonderful jukebox, and yet still having plenty of spaces to go off and have a private conversation or a quiet read. The community pool was immaculate and and even though the water was warmer due to the extreme temperatures outside it was still cool enough to be very refreshing…the proximity to the beach is perfect. Was not crowded at all. We rented a golf cart for the week and used that for making little day trips and a couple of times we went out for dinner at night. We have a lot of cooks in our family so we utilized the kitchen a good bit and it really had everything we could possibly have needed. This truly felt like a wonderful home away from home. The staff at Vacasa responded to our questions, and comments quickly. 5 out of 5 on all fronts! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

Perfect for family of 9
We loved the common areas. Perfect for watching TV, listening to the jukebox and playing games at the large table, and a kitchen that is fully equipped for meals. We chartered a fishing trip and prepared our catch at the house, on the grill provided as well as the use of the kitchen for a perfect meal. Beautiful furnishings and decor inside and the porches on each level, including the bonus crow's nest is amazing. We will visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Emil Cottage
Best rental in Country ast Cottage! Well appointed and furnished in. Fun, whimsical decor package. Our entire family loved this home. Do NOT miss the front porch off of the master - great place for cocktails and ocean breezes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Coastal gem
Our stay was amazing! Everything was provided for our family getaway and many memories were made. Perfect location, beach access and charm of small beach town living. Hope to be back!

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic, Fun & Fabulous
The owner/host has presented a meticulously maintained, clean and exceptionally well provisioned beach house. The unique decor which is carried throughout the entire home creates a special beach vibe for all of the guests. The home is appointed with high end appliances (the ice maker was wonderful) lots of towels for bath & beach, AC worked very well despite the heat/humidity. The home was remarkably clean in its entirety. One of our best VRBO stays ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Very Interesting House
Emil Cottage was a wonderful place to stay. A large family could have a very memorable vacation here. Good location. Good beach. Good times!
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10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Great Family vacay.
The home was well equipped and had tons of space for us spread out and great space to all come together.

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding property
Great house in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022