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The Tidal Flat on Sapelo. Scenic ferry ride takes you to a different world.

Holiday home in Sapelo Island with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sapelo Island, GA
  • Place, Hog Hammock Public Library
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Sapelo Island
  • Place, Nanny Goat Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪148 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Tidal Flat on Sapelo. Scenic ferry ride takes you to a different world.

This newly completed cottage is nestled into the cultural, historic and tree-canopied barrier island on the Georgia coast. With new furnishings, the cottage features air conditioning, a large porch, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms w queen-size beds, 2 baths, and a sofa bed in the living room. There is a Chevy Suburban provided to explore the island and bring your walking shoes to enjoy the seven miles of beautiful uninhabited beaches. The cottage is equipped with internet TV, Wi-Fi, and landline phone service.

Leave the stresses, cares, and worries at the Meridian, Ga. ferry dock, as you cruise the pristine tidal waterways on a seventeen minute ferry ride to Sapelo Island.

Photos represent the sights and natural beauty of Sapelo Island and its resident lifestyles, both present and historical. Sapelo is an active community. Many of the current residents have found work off the island and can be found riding the ferry to the mainland along with the school age children who attend classes in nearby Darien, Ga.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Sapelo Island

Located in Sapelo Island, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Hog Hammock Public Library and Reynold's Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nanny Goat Beach and Moses Hammock. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sapelo Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Hog Hammock Public Library - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nanny Goat Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Reynold's Mansion - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lula's kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • Gore's Seafood

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tidal Flat on Sapelo. Scenic ferry ride takes you to a different world. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Tidal Flat on Sapelo. Scenic ferry ride takes you to a different world.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tidal Flat on Sapelo. Scenic ferry ride takes you to a different world.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tidal Flat on Sapelo. Scenic ferry ride takes you to a different world. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hog Hammock Public Library and Behavior Cemetery. Nanny Goat Beach and Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and nice. It was completely stocked for our stay. The kitchen had pots and pans for us to cook with and they had soaps and shampoos incase you forget yours. Also, they have a vehicle that they let you use to get around the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beau M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best property

Best place to stay on the island , ideal house
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great trip to Sapelo

Great house! Wonderful trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

The house is a lovely place to stay on Sapelo. It is well equipped and clean. We enjoy sitting on the porch, catching the breeze and listening to nature.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring 2024

We had a great time staying at this beautiful house on Sapelo. The house was a perfect place for us to rest after spending our days exploring the island. Tod was extremely helpful with ensuring we knew how to properly navigate the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Adventure Getaway

We completely loved it. Clean and comfortable house, well-stocked kitchen. Quiet and peaceful hanging out at the house, Front porch sitting and a close drive to the beach. We had so many adventures and so many more places that we want to come back and explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Nice, comfortable new home and use of the golf cart made it perfect Sapelo getaway.

The house is new, clean and very comfortable. The house was nicely furnished and had plenty of everything. The one kitchen item it lacked was a pitcher to make iced tea, but we made do. Also it was nice to have access to a washer and dryer. The Baileys are super nice people and Barbara's cooking was outstanding and plentiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sheri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

We loved our time on Sapelo. Beautiful beaches to explore. The house is great. Very clean and well appointed. We loved the large front porch. Todd helped us get acclimated before the ferry and made sure our getaway was special. We got some meals from Barbara which was nice since you have to bring all your food with you. Chris gave us a tour of the north end of the island which was interesting to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke L.

Amazing location and perfect house

This is our second year staying on Sapelo in the cottage. We had just as much fun this year as last. The house is clean and perfectly setup. The golf cart is a great bonus to the property. The kids love the play ground accords the street. The owner is an attentive and was very helpful with all our questions. Chris and Barbara were very nice and took care of all our needs on the island. I can’t wait to go back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Glenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Breathtaking Retreat into Nature

Sapelo Island is a breathtakingly beautiful escape into nature. My family and I loved every second we were here. We were quietly invited into a natural landscape that is majestic and powerful, a drastic difference from vacations where visitors trample all over God's beautiful creation. Our days consisted of family, exploration and the beach. The cottage had everything we needed and then some! Tod was quick on every communication. We would stay here again in an instant! Highly recommend without any hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Luxury on Sapelo

This house is one of the most amazing places we’ve ever stayed! As soon as you reach the front porch, you feel right at home. We had literally no issues with The house or golf cart or bikes. The locals are super friendly. You feel so comfortable and relaxed within the first few hours, you never want to leave! When I return to Sapelo Island, this is the only place I will stay. Edward is an amazing host! Chris and Barbara Bailey are super nice, available and extremely knowledgeable. We loved the entire experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tobi F., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Sapelo is definitely off the beaten path. If you are looking to spend a week in nature or just enjoying the amazing elevated front porch of this house, this is the place. It comes with a Surburban which is really nice to help navigate the island. The owner is extremely helpful. We were there for a wedding and unfortunately, Hurricane Nicole shortened our trip so we were only able to stay two of the four days we booked. Tod kept us up to date on the ferry closure and reopening throughout the storm and provided extremely helpful directions and information on all there is to enjoy on Sapelo.. If I come again to Sapelo, this is the place I would choose to rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sapelo feels like Home

Sapelo Island has always held a very special place in my heart. It is truly one of the unknown gems of the state, and I hope it stays that way. The history on the island is pure and untouched, as well as the culture| — if you want gift shops and boutiques, go to St Simons. We have stayed here a couple of times now, and absolutely love the tidal flat cottage. Tod met us at the ferry landing on the trip out, as always, he was very polite and courteous ( no surprise-his texts and phone calls prior to the stay were always polite, on point, and punctual.) The cottage was just as we remember from seven years ago- clean and orderly with everything we needed to enjoy an amazing family vacation (Once we figured out the dynamic of the coffee maker, and the fact that it did not have a decanter 😊). I honestly have zero negative feedback, there could have been nothing that would’ve made for a better stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh T., Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off Grid

If you are looking to get off grid for a bit and surround yourself in wildlife, privacy and the natural beauty of the GA coast, then Sapelo and Tidal Flat is for you. Everything from the initial inquiry about booking through our last day loading onto the ferry was a breeze. The house is well appointed and comfortable. The owners are extremely prompt in communicating and Chris and Barbara prepared and delivered yummy meals. Having the Surburban in which to explore as well as the bikes absolutely MADE our trip. Though they do have internet access, we chose not to use it, told family to call the land line for emergencies only and totally unplugged. We couldn’t have had a better time just being together and exploring the beautiful island- highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sapelo Island Haven

This is a beautiful new home with well thought out design features, high ceiling & stunning warm natural wood. A unique feature is the huge covered front porch with outdoor seating. The kitchen is spacious; lots of cabinets (beautiful wood cabinets painted a bluish-green palette- reminiscent of sea glass color ) and well stocked with dishes, pots, pans, etc., everything you might need. Spacious island with new stove top & large area for food prep & cooking. Refrigerator is a new model with great storage space. Dining area is roomy with an inviting big farmhouse style table and ample seating. Living area is large with comfy furniture, tv, board games & blankets- a great place to kick back. Bedrooms are inviting with comfortable bedding & warm natural wood. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. Communication with Todd (Home owner) was outstanding & timely responses to questions. Bonus: right across the street - the Sapelo Island library & a new playground & basketball court. A lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If I go missing, check here first

We had a really amazing long weekend here that wasn’t long enough. The island is gorgeous and unlike any place I’ve ever been in the US, the beaches were full of little critters and deserted in the best way, and the house was fantastic. We spend a lot of time in the N GA and W NC mtns, and this was like taking our favorite isolated mtn cabins and plopping it next to a beach. The house is luxurious, even though I spent most of my time on the deck, and the views never disappoint. Gators, armadillos, snakes, birds, local cats, deer everywhere. My kids loved it and want to come back ASAP. And as everyone says, Barbara and Chris were great hosts and cooks (just plan for leftovers!). That being said, we are accustomed to isolation, middle-of-nowhere type scenarios and my kids have a lot of wilderness experience so they’re not afraid to come across a rattlesnake or ride bikes thru swarms of mosquitos or get up close and personal with angry crabs. I know some families would not like that experience and prefer a condo/beach bar situation, and that’s not what you’re getting here. We’d love to bring friends but I don’t think we have any that would be able to look past the remote aspect, so just keep that in mind. Not for everyone but absolutely for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cliff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total of three of us. All veteran buddies. Home is well equipped. Vehicle was convenient. Walking distance to the little restaurant and gift store across the road made it super convenient on the nights we didn't feel like cooking. Great little secluded island. I would bring groceries with you and your little favorites, it will save you time and energy traveling back and forth off the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sapelo Retreat

The home on Sapelo was beautiful and comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and enjoying the nature around us. We will definitely return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sapelo Vacation

Our family had a great stay at the Tidal Flat. The house was perfect and very well stocked, and having the use of a vehicle for exploring the island was a huge plus. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Experience

Had a great time. The house was wonderful and the owner was very helpful. Beautiful place with everything we needed. Hope to go back to sapelo and stay in the same house again soon. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Retreat

As advised
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scenic Sapelo

We had a wonderful stay on Sapelo Island. Everything as advertised. The host was very accessible and helpful in planning our trip. The use of the Suburban made everything very easy. Highly recommend this VBRO
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, Great location

Perfect place for a trip to Sapelo. Located in the center of Hog Hammock. Clean with god amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Priceless

It was wonderful showing the family this special place. B the house was spacious and clean for our family of 5. Loved the porch. We made great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway

We had a wonderful time of relaxation, enjoying natural beauty and fun family time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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