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Historical Darien Cottage

Holiday home in Darien with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Living area
Living area
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Old Jail Museum
  • Place, Waterfront Park
  • Place, Fort King George Historic Site
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Historical Darien Cottage

Fully remodeled 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home with a private porch overlooking the beautiful live oaks in the peaceful Columbus Square Park. This home was originally built in 1940 and has been fully restored and remodeled. Guests can take advantage of the fully stocked kitchen, new appliances, tv is streaming services only, and all of the necessities to enjoy a relaxing vacation.

Take a quick 5 minute walk to the Main Street of Downtown Darien with shops & restaurants which offer an amazing view of the river. Don’t forget to try the fresh, famous seafood and oysters at Skipper’s Fish Camp! All of the historic treasures in Darien, including Fort King George, Waterfront Park, The Old Jail and Art Museum, Butler’s Plantation and so many more are only a short drive away! Soak up the sun on St. Simons Island, or experience the wildlife on Jekyll Island. Take a ferry ride and watch the wild native horses run the beaches of Sapelo Island, or have a day out on the town and walk the infamous cobblestone streets of Savannah, Georgia, all of which are just a quick 30-35 minutes away!

Take a step back in time and come see what Darien has to offer!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Darien

Located in Darien, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Seabreeze Island, while Old Jail Museum and Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation are cultural highlights. Captain Scott Owens and Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Darien, GA

What's nearby

  • Old Jail Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fort King George Historic Site - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Darien-McIntosh Visitor Information Center - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skippers' Fish Camp - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪B&J's Seafood - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historical Darien Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historical Darien Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historical Darien Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historical Darien Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Darien, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Old Jail Museum and Waterfront Park. Fort King George Historic Site and Altamaha Wildlife Management Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pattie K.

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

We will be back

Lovely cottage. Loved the screened porch!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Great Place!

This is the second time staying here. Perfect place to stay when visiting Darien. The hosts are awesome and very accommodating. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be booking in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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

Greataway

Really enjoyed it getaway. Close enough to anything you could want to do but far enough from everything to be really peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam m.

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

Cute and Quiet

We enjoyed our 2-day stay in Darien at Moss Cottage. A very cute, clean and cleverly/recently renovated small home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Charming house

I enjoyed my stay very much. The cottage was very clean and offered everything that I needed. My favorite thing was the screened in porch which is where I spent a great deal of time. Skippers Fish camp has the best fried shrimp, so much so, I went 2 days in a row!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlise S.

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

Beautiful Moss Cottage

Wonderful & quaint cottage in a quiet little neighborhood minutes from everything!!!! The owner’s personal touches made it feel just like home!!! I could easily move right in!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn M.

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

Stay in Darien

The cottage was lovely and comfortable. We loved the screened in porch. It was exceptionally clean! We had fun visiting Jekyll Island beach, St. Simons Island, and Savannah. The Island Market had everything we needed. We loved a light breakfast and coffee from Y’Antsone and had some delicious meals at B+Js across the street (seafood buffet!) The hosts gave us a lot of great suggestions and were very quick to respond!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Thoroughly updated home, quiet neighborhood

Its an older home, but completely updated. The neighborhood is very quiet, with little traffic. Its a pleasant 10 minute walk to the river through a couple of squares, one featuring a nice fountain.Each time i had questions, the host responded. in just a few minutes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny c.

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

Owners were amazing

Darian is an adorable small town. On prior trips to visit family in Fla. we stopped there many times to have lunch and always commented that we should spend a few days there in the future. Finally we were able to book that now that we are retired. The owners of this VRBO were so amazing to work with. They gave us ideas of activities in the area and were kind and generous when we emailed about a sudden emergency with a family member. Their kind words meant a lot, and I had not found that with former VRBOs we booked. These owners were a stand-out, and I recommend this property highly. We plan to stay there in the Spring!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible attention to detail is how I would characterize this historic cottage. It's clear a lot of thought went into the interior furnishings, but the real showstopper is the back porch. That's where we spent the majority of our time. It was fantastic. The location is convenient to shops and restaurants, but is incredibly quiet. The loudest noise we heard all weekend was a neighbor's rooster crowing. I don't think more than one or two cars passed by during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Located in great proximity to many different areas. Very clean. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was very clean, updated and had everything we needed! It was in a quiet neighborhood where you could walk around the block! The owner communicates really good too! No complaints from our group of 4!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

A family gathering

The cottage was ideal for the two of us. It is adorable! Had all the things we needed in the kitchen. It is in a great location to see family on SSI and also enjoy the town of Darien The Lunch Box is an awesome place to eat for lunch. Thanks for allowing us to stay at Moss Cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Relaxing Getaway

We loved staying here. It was so clean and bright. The location was close to restaurants and markets. The snacks on the kitchen island was a fun surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

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

Very comfortable

Best of all, it was quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belen Y.

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

LOVED this home.

This place was clean, comfortable, very well decorated, and easy to find. It's in a picturesque, quiet area with a beautiful park near by. The hosts were great to chat with before and made the process so easy. We commented several times that this is the place we'll stay at again when we return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mj N.

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

Great Place!

Perfect for my stay! Perfect location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

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

Wonderful Stay

Great property, just the right size
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KELLY P.

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

Quaint little cottage

It was a perfect place for this mama and two teens. Small but spacious enough. Had everything we needed and it was top notch clean. The couch is so comfortable!! We enjoyed our stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Perfect!

Enjoyed staying here so much! Very clean and comfortable. Lovely screened in porch. Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Cute Cottage with a great back porch

We do enjoyed your little cottage. It was perfect for the two of us. We appreciated all of the towels, the comfortable beds, and the screened in back porch in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joellen D.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This cottage is within walking distance to shops and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay during Blessing of the Fleet Festival. The cottage was exactly as described. It was clean and welcoming after a long drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia R.

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

A quiet, non-typical, delightful vacation

This cottage was an assuming, small cottage, surrounded by a nice, quiet neighborhood. No noise whatsoever, except for that cardinal who kept seeing his enemy in our bedroom window reflection. Problem solved, close the blind! The screen porch, so nice! And the walking neighborhood, oh my gosh, so delightful! The restaurants, all within walking distance (including the Lunch Box), love them all. Dinner at dusk in Darien and a peaceful walk back home, heaven! And don't forget that wonderful chocolate store one block away! The house was very clean and Jaime included some nice treats which we partook of. The only down side for us was the sliding doors between the two bedrooms and the living room, especially the door between the king bedroom and the living room. There was a 2 to 3 inch gap at the top of the door which meant I couldn't be in the living room watching TV or having the light on without disturbing my spouse who was trying to sleep. We are on different sleep schedules so this was a challenge.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam C., Gloucester, MA, USA

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

Beautifully restored cottage in an historic, quiet part of Darien.

Clean, quiet and beautiful, within 5 minute walk of historic squares and the riverfront, great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Beautiful, comfy, renovated cottage in the town of Darien.

Really enjoyed our short stay here while visiting Darien. Owners were very responsive and made check in and check out easy. We could walk to most shops and restaurants and was just a short distance to the river. House was very comfy and clean, they did a great renovating and we would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jaime Drawdy & Michael McGraw

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We recently moved to Darien and fell in love with this quant town, the history and nature around us. We decided to enbark on buying a small home in downtown Darien that we ourselves have completely renovated and brought back to life. We hope to have others come enjoy our home and the quantness of our cute little town.

Why they chose this property

This property is small but filled with tons of character, cozy and relaxing. Plus we are in walking distance of downtown Darien filled with restaurants, a wine bar, a speak easy, antique shop's, beautiful churches and parks! Plus we are less than a 30 minute drive to St.Simons Island, Sea Island and Jekyll, 45 minute drive to Savannnah or a short ferry ride to Sapelo Island.

What makes this property unique

The house was built in 1940 and we've tried to stay close to its oringial character from when it was built. Lots of nautal wood, original wood floors and a cozy back porch over looking Columbus Park.

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