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Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck

Cottage with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Tybee Island Beach

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Welcome to Clamdigger Cottage circa 1950!
Driveway view of Clamdigger - Follow the peaceful lane to Clamdigger Cottage, where relaxation begins the moment you arrive.
Parking area - Off-street parking accommodates two cars in a simple end-to-end layout, making arrivals stress-free.
Outdoor Shower - Outdoor shower provides a convenient place to rinse away the salt and sand from your beach day, then set out for your next Tybee adventure.
Clamdigger Cottage is right next door to another of our wonderful Mermaid Cottages, Sandpiper Cottage. Perfect for a family needing more than 1 great beach cottage!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck

NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDED
CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT


Welcome to Clamdigger Cottage! This pet-friendly 1950's Tybee Beach Cottage has been lovingly restored and is a vintage-inspired retreat that blends nostalgic flair with modern comfort. Whether you're a solo traveler seeking peace and quiet or a family ready for seaside adventure, this cozy hideaway offers the perfect home base.

Inside, you’ll find cheerful retro touches—think colorful accents, mid-century furnishings, and playful coastal décor—that celebrate the spirit of old-school beach vacations. The living space is breezy and inviting, with plenty of room to unwind after a day in the surf. A well-equipped kitchen makes it easy to whip up snacks or seafood feasts, and the bedrooms are designed for restful nights and lazy mornings.
Enjoy the cottage's spacious screened porch for relaxing with coffee in the morning, curling up with a good book, and just taking in the coastal vibes of the south end of Tybee.
Nestled on the beach side of Butler Avenue, there are no roads to cross on your short stroll to the shoreline. Located on the vibrant south end of the island, you’re also within easy walking distance to Tybee’s iconic pier, Main Street shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage features:

*Two king bedrooms and one twin bedroom with two cozy beds

*Flat-screen TVs in the living and dining areas.

*Two full bathrooms: one with a walk-in shower (downstairs), and one with a charming claw-foot tub/shower combo (upstairs)

PLEASE NOTE: THE DOWNSTAIRS KING BEDROOM, BATHROOM, AND LAUNDRY ROOM ARE ACCESSED VIA A SEPARATE PRIVATE ENTRANCE, OFFERING ADDED PRIVACY FOR MULTI-GENERATIONAL FAMILIES OR COUPLES TRAVELING TOGETHER.

AS A SPECIAL TREAT, ALL MERMAID COTTAGES GUESTS RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY SAMPLE OF OUR SIGNATURE MERMAID MORNING BLISS COFFEE—PERFECT FOR SIPPING ON THE PORCH AS THE SEA BREEZE ROLLS IN.

COME EXPERIENCE THE TIMELESS MAGIC OF TYBEE ISLAND AT CLAMDIGGER COTTAGE—WHERE BEACH DAYS ARE EASY, AND MEMORIES ARE MADE.

PLEASE NOTE: MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS WILL APPLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.


5% DISCOUNT FOR MILITARY, EDUCATORS, AAA AND AARP
LONGER MINIMUM STAY (UP TO 7 NIGHTS) MAY BE REQUIRED DURING CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.
ASK US ABOUT SPECIAL OFF-SEASON RATES!

STVR LICENSE# STR2025-0740

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Tybee Island

Located near the beach, this cottage is in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. Battery Brumby and Fort Screven are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Island Miniature Golf and Games and Savannah Bend Marina. Tybee Island Marine Science Center and Angela Beasley's Puppet People 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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Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Back River Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mid Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sting Ray's Seafood Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck?

As of 2 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck on 5 January 2026 start from NZ$1,176.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clamdigger c1950 - Pet-friendly cottage . Ocean Block. Screened Porch & Deck located?

Located in South Beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and Back River Beach. South Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel O.

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

Wonderful property with awesome host!

Everything we hoped for and more for our trip to Tybee.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

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

Prom

We stayed for prom weekend with my daughter and her friends. Everything plus more was provided for our stay. We were very pleased with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As always, You have provided me and Diane a very pleasant stay. Thanks do not say enough!

10/10 Excellent

Jule M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Clamdigger. The house was just we needed. My husband and our 2 boys (9/12) stayed upstairs and our in-laws loved the apartment downstairs. We lived on the front porch from coffee to cocktails. We walked all through the neighborhoods and into town. The beach and river were close so no need to get in the car. The house vibe we perfect retro vacation vibes. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Amazing Property

Great house in the perfect location. It felt like home away from home and the whole process was the best I have had renting a each house in years! I would recommend this place to anyone heading to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E., Boiling Springs, SC

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

Great Beach Getaway

Very close to beach and pier. Renting a golf cart made it a lot easier to get around on the island. Tammy with Mermaid Cottages was absolutely amazing to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Gerald C.

Stay at fun beach home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very positive
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect location for beach access and short walk to shops and food.House was clean/beds we’re comfortable/kitchen was well stocked perfect for us.

10/10 Excellent

Marnie A.

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

Memorial Day week

Great property. Not far to walk to the beach. Parking was very tight and difficult to get in an out with a full size truck. This was the only downside. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Loved it!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great. Cottage was perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

SHELLEY T.

Cute and close to the Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice having a block to the beach and two blocks to the back river Cute little place. Parking a little tight. As always Mermaid Cottages made our vacation that much more special.
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10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Prom Weekend with my daughter.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a very pleasant stay at your location. Great memories were made. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Grea D.

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

Old school new

The vibe was eclectic and fun in this house. Wonderful location. Easy and quick walk to the beach. Great communication with host. Loved spinning records and spending time on the porch. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had all we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

Great Area

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always wanted to stay in Tybee Island,visited the area 20 years ago but didnt stay overnight ,finally between the trips to Florida we stopped,It is a very quiet town and the beaches are beautiful, plenty good restaurants ,we will be back,Our Cottage was very nice and clean and the beds where immaculate

8/10 Good

Sivakumar R.

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

Good one

Overall it’s a good stay near beach. Faced issue with downstairs toilet sink but they fixed it immediately, once i raised a concern. House is clean and good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Our Home Away from Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second time staying at the Clamdigger cottage. It is in the perfect location- walking distance to almost everything, including the beach! It had everything we needed to feel at home, and the Mermaids even provided a bottle of champagne upon arrival! There was a really bad storm the night we checked in, and one of the Mermaids called to make sure we were okay. Top notch customer service!! We absolutely enjoyed our stay and we are already looking into booking again next year! Thank you Mermaids!! 🥰
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10/10 Excellent

Kim N., Decatur, Texas

Absolutely a GREAT home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clamdigger is a great home! The location is perfect. Easy walk to the beach, shops and resturants! Well appointed. Comfortable beds and Tammy with Mermaid Cottages is great!
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Amazing location, very clean and comfortable

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing stay at Clam Digger! The location was perfect. We were steps to the ocean and the back river! The house was clean and had beach chairs and toys for us to use. We enjoyed the screened in porch each morning and afternoon! We will definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

Wonderful Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clamdigger is the best. The vintage furniture and art in the house adds to a calm and comforting environment. The downstairs room was perfect for my newlywed nephew and niece in law. Totally wel-appointed kitchen, and plenty of visiting rooms. The outside porch was where we stayed for most of the stay. Pet Friendly. I will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S., Locust Grove

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

We absolutely loved our stay! Mermaid Cottages was a dream to work with (excellent communication and customer service!) and the property was stunning! Such a cute retro beach vibe cottage in close proximity to the beach! The room set up was perfect for the 2 families we had - 2 nice rooms for the adults and 1 room that the kids shared. The 2 living room areas as well as the screened in porch area gave us plenty of options on places to hang out and spend time together. Kitchen was spacious and fully stocked with everything we needed to cook the groceries we brought with us and the complementary sample pack of Perc coffee was such a nice treat! We will definitely be back and will recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Perfect Girl’s Weekend!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my second visit to the Clamdigger, and it was just as perfect. I really liked the improvements to the screened front porch, and my girlfriends and I loved hanging out there. My family and I have been staying with the Mermaids happily for fifteen years. I highly recommend 😊
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

A roomy, private, tucked away gem in south Tybee Island Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home is in a great location, 2 blocks south of the the main restaurant/bar district and thus out of the traffic, an easy short walk to the beach, with ample room to park 3 cars. Plenty of hang out space on the main level, nice porches, large kitchen, and roomy/quiet separate suite in the basement. The owner supplied many items (coffee maker, blender, etc.) not normally found in a rental. Great having the washer/dryer onsite. The unit was clean, and both the owner and property management company were very proactive with customer service and touching base to make sure everything was good. We have rented other places nearby, and this home was much better in all aspects. We had 5 adults, and there was plenty of room for all of us.
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8/10 Good

Lara L.

Cute house!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, we had a great experience. The house was cute and had pretty much everything we needed. On the cleanliness side, the floors were dirty. It seemed like they had been vacuumed but not mopped in a while. My 3 year olds feet were constantly black.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Cute, Comfortable, & Close

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved everything about this beach home, everything was as advertised. We enjoyed the different living areas inside and out, big kitchen with good appliances and supplies, really comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms. Located within walking or short drive to 3 beach access points, perfect for getting our elderly family member to the south end for surf fishing. Should also mention the artistic decor, interesting collection of board games, and the privacy of the ground floor suite. We enjoyed being on a quiet side street tucked away from the noise of the pier area which was close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Beachy & Cozy Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the most amazing time at Clamdigger! Everything was very clean, beds were very comfortable and the location was perfect! We loved our short walk to Back River Beach and had the whole beach to ourselves! The screened in deck was so peaceful and we loved spending evenings on it. Our children loved dancing in the living room to music from the record player daily! The house had everything we needed and more! This was our second time using Mermaid Cottages on Tybee and we will absolutely be using them again if or future trips! Thank you for a mermazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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